[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 90 (Wednesday, June 11, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E957]
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               HONORING SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL OF NAPA

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                           HON. MIKE THOMPSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 11, 2014

  Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor 
Soroptimist International of Napa, which on June 12, 2014, is holding 
its Diamond Anniversary to commemorate 75 years of service to the women 
and girls of Napa County.
  ``Soroptimist'' is a term derived from Latin that means ``best for 
women.'' As such, the mission of Soroptimist International is to 
improve the lives of women and girls through programs that aim to 
empower women and girls economically.
  Soroptimist International of Napa has awarded $250,000 in grants to 
programs that support, protect and empower women and girls throughout 
Napa County over the past 20 years alone. Such programs include Napa 
Emergency Women's Services, Community Resources for Children, Girls on 
the Run, and the Mariposa Project. The collective impact of these 
programs has expanded opportunities and enriched the lives of countless 
women and girls in Napa County.
  Mr. Speaker, for the past 75 years Soroptimist International of Napa 
has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to improving the lives of 
women and girls in Napa County. On behalf of a grateful community, I 
honor and thank Soroptimist International of Napa today for their 
important work.

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