Live Your Dream Awards

Eight local women Honored at Soroptimist’s annual “Live Your Dream” Awards Celebration

Soroptimist International of Valley de Oro recognizes women overcoming extraordinary obstacles to build better lives through education

By Henri Migala

Photo:  Soroptimist Live Your Dream Award winners.  Seated (left to right): Dr. Peggy Fischer, DVM, Valley de Oro Club Chair; Tenisha Back row (left to right): Sue Bucheman (member); Nancy Waters (member); Kayleen; Susie Hoolihan (Club Treasurer); Metilde; Rasha; Flor; Lorena

April 19, 2026 (Rancho San Diego) -- On the evening of Monday, April 13, 2026, a small but mighty corner of East County came together at Hooley’s Rancho San Diego to celebrate something truly meaningful: the courage, determination, and dreams of eight remarkable local women. Soroptimist International of Valley de Oro (SI/VdO) held its annual Live Your Dream Awards presentation, honoring this year’s recipients and shining a light on the transformative power of education.


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