Altrusa is an international non-profit organization making our local communities better through leadership, partnership, and service.
Our club offers an opportunity to make a real difference in CENTRAL CT. We undertake a variety of service, literacy, fundraising and international projects each year.
We are seeking new volunteers to join our organization and make a difference. Our members are from varying occupations and lifestyles, all sharing an interest in community service and enjoying the friendship, fun and satisfaction that comes from working together for the benefit of others.
Our Projects
Service Projects
Baby Food and Diapers Drive; CLOSE=(Childrens Luggage Offers Self Esteem); Pack the Pickup with Proteins for Pantry; Girls Love Mail; Female Soldiers-Forgotten Heroes; Blankets of Warmth; Birthday in a Bag; Mugs for Soup Kitchen; Buy and donate coats for Veterans through Job Lot; Thanksgiving and Holiday Baskets for Cromwell Human Services, Collecting spices for 'Seasonings Greetings' in December
Literacy Projects
ABC=Altrusa has Books on Cruise Night; Senior Poetry Contest; Senior Library Project; Young Readers Initiative; Little Free Libraries
Donations/Fundraisers
Community College Scholarships; Senior High School Community Service Awards; Raffle for "A Night Out on Us" fundraiser; Supporting the Walk to End Silence-Domestic Violence Awareness-$, walkers, promo table
Highlights
Distinguised Club Award 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
Why choose Altrusa?
I heard about Altrusa at a church coffee hour. I was new to the area and wanted to meet some like minded community members. Once I joined I was inspired by District Workshops and Conferences, as I increased… Read More
Hilda Schmidt
I was looking for a group that worked to support the needs of the local community. Altrusa provided me the opportunity to meet likeminded women and participate in rewarding projects. The wonderful women in our Club have become… Read More
Lynne Havlicek
I joined Altrusa at the recommendation of a good friend. I really wanted to make a difference in my local community. I never imagined how much fun I would have doing just that. There are so many ways… Read More
Jamie Santaniello
WE ARE ALWAYS LOOKING FOR ENERGETIC, SERVICE-MINDED PEOPLE TO JOIN ALTRUSA.
Contact our Club President to arrange a no-obligation visit.
Meeting Information
Business Mtg-2nd Wed. Location TBD
Program Mtg - 4th Wed. Location varies
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CENTRAL CT
Altrusa International of Central CT, Inc
Altrusa is an international non-profit organization making our local communities better through leadership, partnership, and service.
Our club offers an opportunity to make a real difference in CENTRAL CT. We undertake a variety of service, literacy, fundraising and international projects each year.
We are seeking new volunteers to join our organization and make a difference. Our members are from varying occupations and lifestyles, all sharing an interest in community service and enjoying the friendship, fun and satisfaction that comes from working together for the benefit of others.
Our Projects
Service Projects
Baby Food and Diapers Drive; CLOSE=(Childrens Luggage Offers Self Esteem); Pack the Pickup with Proteins for Pantry; Girls Love Mail; Female Soldiers-Forgotten Heroes; Blankets of Warmth; Birthday in a Bag; Mugs for Soup Kitchen; Buy and donate coats for Veterans through Job Lot; Thanksgiving and Holiday Baskets for Cromwell Human Services, Collecting spices for 'Seasonings Greetings' in December
Literacy Projects
ABC=Altrusa has Books on Cruise Night; Senior Poetry Contest; Senior Library Project; Young Readers Initiative; Little Free Libraries
Donations/Fundraisers
Community College Scholarships; Senior High School Community Service Awards; Raffle for "A Night Out on Us" fundraiser; Supporting the Walk to End Silence-Domestic Violence Awareness-$, walkers, promo table
Highlights
Distinguised Club Award 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
Why choose Altrusa?
I heard about Altrusa at a church coffee hour. I was new to the area and wanted to meet some like minded community members. Once I joined I was inspired by District Workshops and Conferences, as I increased… Read More
Hilda Schmidt
I was looking for a group that worked to support the needs of the local community. Altrusa provided me the opportunity to meet likeminded women and participate in rewarding projects. The wonderful women in our Club have become… Read More
Lynne Havlicek
I joined Altrusa at the recommendation of a good friend. I really wanted to make a difference in my local community. I never imagined how much fun I would have doing just that. There are so many ways… Read More
Jamie Santaniello
WE ARE ALWAYS LOOKING FOR ENERGETIC, SERVICE-MINDED PEOPLE TO JOIN ALTRUSA.
Contact our Club President to arrange a no-obligation visit.
Meeting Information
Business Mtg-2nd Wed. Location TBD Program Mtg - 4th Wed. Location varies
Club President
Lynne Havlicek: clreilly24@yahoo.com
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