Ag-Adventure – Books at the Farm
Ag-Adventure at the FFA Farm (Sunland Ave, Bishop, CA) lets children meet the new baby animals. Altrusans help FFA volunteers with their fundraising bake sale. We also give away books and read with children at the event.
International Projects in Uganda, Africa
Janna Van Nest—one of our members—has built a relationship with the people of five villages in Uganda over many years. Altrusa of the Eastern Sierra has provided support in a number of projects in these villages. In November 2015, Janna and fellow…
Letha H. Brown Literacy Award
Annual Award given at the district and International level each year.
Inyo/Mono County Readers Theater
The annual Storytelling program was established in 1994 and is held every January. This community service project promotes literacy and the oral tradition of reading to young children. It is carried out by a costumed character and an "Altrusa" reader…
Books & Barn Animals Jamboree
This large-scale event is held every Spring at the Tri-County Fairground and promotes literacy while at the same time raising funds and having fun. The event usually includes activities such as a petting zoo and puppet shows for storytelling. Bookmarks…
Hug Me Bears
Since 1989, Altrusa has joined forces with the Hug Me Bear Program to purchase, package and distribute Teddy Bears to children and adults in high-stress situations. Bears are distributed by peace officers, firefighters, EMS workers and hospital staff.
Make a Difference Day
Each year in October, our club celebrates "Make A Difference Day" by focusing on a literacy project needed in our area. In 2006, over 100 Children's Books were donated and purchased by Altrusa as well as a bookcase, which was…