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SUMMARY:Soup's On! A Community Fundraiser Transforming Rescued Food into Hope
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy chef-inspired soups made from rescued ingredients while supporting food security programs for women\, girls\, seniors\, and families. \n\n\n\n\nSoup’s On! Turning Rescued Food into Hope\nCome hungry. Leave inspired. Make a difference – one bowl at a time.\nJoin Soroptimist International of Victoria Westshore Society for Soup’s On!\, a heartwarming community fundraiser where local chefs transform rescued ingredients into delicious\, globally inspired soups while supporting food security programs for women\, girls\, seniors\, and families across the Westshore. \nA meal with meaning\nOn Saturday\, October 3\, 2026\, gather with friends\, family\, and neighbours at the Royal Bay Secondary School Auditorium in Colwood\, Victoria BC\, for an afternoon of exceptional food\, community connection\, and giving back. \nIn partnership with The Mustard Seed and the Food Share Network\, four local chefs have generously volunteered their time and talents to create a variety of chef-inspired soups using rescued ingredients donated by local growers\, grocers\, and food distributors. \nEnjoy unlimited servings of soup and fresh bread\, with dairy-free\, gluten-free\, and vegetarian options available. \nEvery bowl of soup served demonstrates that perfectly good food can nourish people instead of ending up in landfill. \nYour ticket purchase creates community impact\nLast year alone\, Soroptimist Victoria Westshore: \n\nRescued more than 15\,000 pounds of food\nPrepared 1\,500 meals for seniors\nDistributed more than 360 food boxes to women and families\nTransformed rescued produce into 3\,200 jars of preserves\nWelcomed 120 seniors to Stella’s Lunches\n\nBy attending Soup’s On!\, you’re helping continue this important work. Funds raised support: \n🥣 Stella’s Lunches\, reducing social isolation among senior women \n🥕 Weekly food boxes for women and families experiencing food insecurity \n🍲 Prepared frozen meals delivered to seniors through community partners \n🍓 SIsters Preserves\, transforming rescued fruits and vegetables into nutritious preserves while reducing food waste \n\nTicket Options\nSoup’s On! is designed to be welcoming and accessible to everyone. \n\nSoup Supporter Ticket: $40 (includes a handcrafted pottery bowl (limited availability; while supplies last)\nAdults: $20\nSeniors: $10\nChildren 10 and under: $10\nPay What You Can\n\nEvery Admission includes: \n\nUnlimited chef-inspired soup\nFresh bread\n\nWhatever ticket you choose\, every contribution helps rescue food\, reduce waste\, and strengthen programs supporting women\, girls\, seniors\, and families across our community. \n\nEvent Details\n📅 Saturday\, October 3\, 2026 \n🕚 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. \n📍 Royal Bay Secondary School Auditorium\, 3500 Ryder Hesjedal Way\, Colwood\, BC \n\nWhy Attend?\n✔ Enjoy delicious chef-inspired soups \n✔ Support local food security initiatives \n✔ Help reduce food waste \n✔ Connect with your community \n✔ Make a lasting difference \nCome hungry\, leave inspired\, and know that every ticket purchased helps build a stronger\, more connected community. \nAbout Soroptimist Victoria Westshore\nSoroptimist International of Victoria Westshore Society is part of a global volunteer organization that empowers women and girls through access to education and economic opportunity. Locally\, the club delivers food security initiatives\, senior support programs\, education awards and grants\, and community partnerships that improve lives throughout Greater Victoria. \nLearn more: www.sivw.ca
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LOCATION:Royal Bay Secondary School Auditorium\, 3500 Ryder Hesjedal Way\, Colwood\, BC\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Soroptimist International of Victoria Westshore Society":MAILTO:victoriawestshore@soroptimist.net
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