Borrego Soroptimist Honors Local Women
Live Your Dream Awards Recognize Education and Determination at Ram’s Hill
On Monday, April 27 at 9:30 a.m., Soroptimist of Borrego Springs hosted a buffet-style breakfast at Ram’s Hill Restaurant to recognize this year’s Live Your Dream Award recipients.
With desert and mountain views surrounding the room, the gathering brought together community members to celebrate women working toward educational and career goals while supporting their families.
Recognizing Determination and Progress
This year’s honorees include:
Graciela Castro, criminal justice
Sandra Quintero, nursing
Betty Gonzalez, culinary arts
During the breakfast, all three recipients shared their stories, goals, and appreciation for the support. Their remarks reflected determination, gratitude, and the importance of education as they work toward stronger futures for themselves and their families.
A Program with Purpose
The Live Your Dream Awards are the cornerstone program of Soroptimist International of the Americas. The program provides financial assistance to women who are the primary earners for their families, helping them gain skills, complete degrees, and expand employment opportunities.
A Personal Touch
As part of the recognition, recipients received flowers, $1,500, a custom Live Your Dream bracelet and a meaningful reminder of their goals and the support behind them.
Local Impact in Borrego Springs
The breakfast served as both a celebration and a moment of connection, bringing together recipients and community members in support of their success.
Through continued support, Soroptimist of Borrego Springs helps create opportunities that extend beyond education and into families, careers, and the broader community.
