The Soroptimist International (SI) of Loomis Basin will host the popular It’s in the Bag designer purse fundraiser on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. (doors open at 5 p.m.) at the Blue Goose Event Center, 3550 Taylor Rd., Loomis. This “Ultimate Girl’s Night Out” supports education projects that lead to economic empowerment for women and girls.

It’s in the Bag tickets are $50 and can be purchased from Soroptimist members or at Hebard Insurance Solutions located at 3837 Taylor Road, Loomis using cash, check or Venmo (See QR code with Blue S in middle or @SoroptimistLoomis – note your name, email/phone and “purse event”).

Tickets include dinner, bottled water, table games and door prizes. Alcoholic beverages will be sold separately. At the event, attendees can purchase tickets to participate in drawings for designer purses. This event sells out early. PDF of It’s in the Bag flyer 

Sponsorships: Businesses can invest in dreams as purse event sponsors. Sponsorships range from $700 to $2000 and include 8 event tickets and a range of promotional benefits. Contact Chris Hebard-Summers at 916-652-0404 to sponsor It’s in the Bag and support education programs.

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It’s in the Bag funds:

• Live Your Dream awards for single mothers going back to college
• Investing in Dreams awards for girls at Del Oro High School demonstrating community leadership
• Grants for Loomis Union School District K-8 teachers

In addition, the fundraiser supports Loomis Soroptimist club in:

• Conducting the Soroptimist Dream It, Be It career exploration program with girls at Koinonia Group Homes
• Funding teachers for the Loomis Senior L.I.F.E. Center founded by the Soroptimist club
• Supporting other organizations through special projects aligned with our mission
• Joining Soroptimist International in helping women overcome obstacles and reach their full potential through education and big dreams