Giving Back: Bread That Builds Community
BAKING FOR GOOD
At Soderlund Sourdough, we believe that good bread should do good, too.
I’m proud to be a philanthropist and founding member of Tampa Women for Good — a giving circle of local women leaders focused on making a real impact across Tampa Bay. Together, we’ve raised over $110,000 for local nonprofits and contributed more than 720 volunteer hours in just three years. Our work was even featured on Fox 13’s “What’s Right in Tampa Bay.”
A portion of every Soderlund Sourdough sale goes directly back into supporting Tampa Bay charities and grassroots organizations that uplift our community. With each loaf, you’re not only enjoying artisan sourdough baked from scratch — you’re helping build a stronger, more connected Tampa Bay.
To further expand our impact, I recently introduced our Community Chip Chocolate Chip Cookies — a sweet way to give back! For every cookie sold, $1 is donated to Tampa Women for Good and their quarterly nonprofit grant recipients.
From volunteerism to fundraising to purpose-driven baking, Soderlund Sourdough is proud to be a small business with a big heart. Every loaf, cookie, and crumb helps make a difference — right here in our local Tampa Bay community.
Philanthropy in Action
Celebrating impact with Tampa Women for Good at our 100 Grand Celebration—raising $100,000 for local charities. Soderlund Sourdough was proud to sponsor this milestone event and help fuel change in our community.
Community Leadership
As Volunteer Opportunities Leader for Tampa Women for Good, I was proud to coordinate an oyster reef bed installation to help protect our shoreline. That same day, I had the honor of sharing our efforts on Fox 13’s “What’s Right in Tampa Bay,” showcasing the power of community and collective action.
Environmental Sustainability
Supporting local students through Tampa Women for Good—coordinating an underwear drive and volunteering at Clothes to Kids to prepare back-to-school outfits for children from low-income families.
Fostering “Doggy Day Out” with the Pet Resource Center—helping a shelter pup decompress with love, fresh air, and connection while they wait for their forever home.
Animal Advocacy
Bitches Who Brunch Initiative:
🥂🐶 Taking shelter pups out for a day of love, brunch, and social media spotlight! Our “Bitches Who Brunch” initiative gives female dogs a chance to mingle, get exposure to potential adopters, and enjoy a little extra TLC.
Charity Fundraising & Grants
Our Puppy Yoga event helped raise funding for Mercy Full Project and Animalluvrs Dream Rescue, featuring the cutest adoptable pups around. Yoga mats + wagging tails = a perfect combo for giving back! 🐾💛
Hosting our “Gather & Grant” events—bringing together locally nominated nonprofits to pitch their mission and programs, with grant funds awarded to fuel meaningful impact in our community.
Soderlund Sourdough, a proud vendor at VOICES Against Sexual Assault Fundraiser "Walk a mile in her shoes"
Serving as Leader for Day-of Volunteer Coordination for the Charity Polo Classic—helping ensure a seamless event that raises funds and supports local charitable initiatives
Supporting Children & Youth Programs
Volunteering with Celebrate Birthdays—bringing joy, cake, and special memories to children who might not otherwise have the chance to celebrate their big day.
Making a Difference, One Project at a Time
Lending a hand at the warehouse with Feeding Tampa Bay! 📦💛 Helping sort and box food items to provide families in need with nutritious meals. Every hour volunteered brings us closer to a hunger-free Tampa Bay
Building homes and hope! 🛠️💛 Proud to join Habitat for Humanity for their Women's Build in helping construct a home for a single mom while contributing a portion of our quarterly grant money to support the initiative.
