Plant the Seeds of Change This Fall
Join Soroptimists from across the Central East Coast Region for a day of inspiration, connection, and growth. Whether you’re a longtime member or new to the organization, our Fall Meeting is where great ideas take root — and where the work we do for women and girls keeps blooming. Come ready to learn, share, and reconnect.
HOTEL INFORMATION
Soroptimist CECR has secured a special rate of $134 (plus taxes and fees) at the Marriott Potomac Mills Woodbridge (4300 Crossing Place in Woodbridge, Virginia). You can make your reservation by visiting the link using the button above or calling the hotel at (703) 491-4525 and specify the “Soroptimist CECR” room block.
What’s Growing This Season
Our agenda is packed with everything you will need for your Soroptimist garden — new tools, fresh perspectives, and the support of a strong community. This Fall Meeting brings all three, giving you practical strategies to strengthen your club’s fundraising, programming, and outreach for the year ahead. Included in the agenda are:
Networking Breakfast — 8:30 AM Start the day connecting with fellow members over coffee before the program kicks off.
Region Updates Celebrate our members and dive into what’s blossoming across the region, with fresh ideas in three key areas:
- Fundraising — Power in Collaboration: Building Strong Partnerships to Fuel Fundraising
- Program — Dream It, Be It: Career Support for Girls — Getting Started or Expanding to Reach More Girls
- Public Awareness — Beyond Traditional Outreach: Creative Ways to Promote Your Club in 2026–2027
- Membership — Recruiting, Retaining, & Engaging Across Generations
Lunch Table Discussions Roll up your sleeves for hands-on, roundtable conversations on the topics that matter most to your club: Officer Duties, Technology, Program, and Membership.
What’s Next Get the scoop on upcoming opportunities to stay involved. Stay informed and aligned with the latest on member conduct and takeaways fresh from Convention.
Adjourn — 3:00 PM Head home with new ideas, new connections, and renewed energy for the work ahead.