Altrusa's Traditions
Altrusa was founded in April 1917, in Nashville, Tennessee, for business and professional women. Altrusa developed innovative programs in vocational guidance and public education. The organization, now open to both men and women continues to serve the world and its surrounding communities.
Altrusa has clubs in 19 countries and territories, with over 400 clubs and membership of over 10,000.
Lexington Club
Altrusa offers a unique opportunity to make Lexington a better community in which to live.
The Lexington Club functions with a board of directors, a strong committee system and monthly membership meetings allowing every member to be personally involved in club projects and decisions.
The club assesses the needs of the community and strives to meet the ever-changing landscape of Lexington. Altrusa provides multiple opportunities throughout the year to serve Lexington by collecting items for monthly baskets to support local charities such as Humane Society, Ronald McDonald House, Center for Women and Children. The club also volunteers at God's Pantry, KET telethon and Ronald McDonald House, just to name a few. Altrusa is derived from the word altruism which means to give unselfishly to the welfare of others.
What Can Altrusa Offer You?
*An opportunity to use your time and talent to enrich the lives of others
*Lasting Relationships
*Personal leadership development as you assume positions of responsibilities in the club, or serve at the District Level(includes Kentucky, Indiana and Illinois Clubs)or International Levels
*Opportunity to travel to District and International Conferences to meet other members from around the world
*A unique opportunity to work with local civic and volunteer groups on service projects
*Stimulating programs and speakers that broaden your knowledge on a wide range of subjects
*Personal contacts that evolve when business professional people meet and work toward common goals
* An opportunity to mentor new members
*Participation in the Altrusa Foundation which provides assistance to individuals and helps carry out projects
*The satisfaction that comes from being involved in activities that will make your community a better place to live and work
 
President-Eula Spears
Past President-Aarin Beckerle
Vice President- Leslie Young
Secretary-Kelly Ney
Treasurer-Kim Turlington
Foundation Treasurer- Melissa Rakes
Board Member-Becky Mercier
Board Member-Pam Feheley
Board Member-Charleyne McArdle
Community Service Co-Chair-Kim Smith and Mary Booher
Communications Co-Chairs-Dana Henninger(Website)and Lynda Frazier(Focus)
Membership Co-Chairs-Becky Ray and Lynn Ellias
 
 
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