The first Soroptomist Club in the area was chartered in 1937. A St. Louis Park chapter was founded soon after, and in 1979 the club was merged to form a regional organization. At that time, there were 34 executive business and professional women in the group.
Soroptimist objectives are:
- To maintain high ethical standards in business and professional life and for human rights for all people and in particular to advance the status of women.
- To develop a spirit of friendship and unity among Soroptimists of all countries.
- To quicken the spirit of service and human understanding which includes universal friendship.
- To assist in developing the highest concept of patriotism and love of country, and interest in community, national and international affairs.