Altrusa Coachella Valley

October 2024 Newsletter

Leading to a Better Community

We believe that everyone is able to make a positive difference to the world around them. We can each volunteer our time, or donate our money, towards worthy causes. Our individual efforts are small, but they matter.

We can achieve even more when we bring people together. For over 100 years Altrusa clubs have collected members from varying occupations and lifestyles, all sharing an interest in community service.

We enjoy the friendship, fun and satisfaction that comes from working together for the benefit of others. Each club develops a program that is tailored to local needs, undertaking a variety of hands-on service and fundraising projects each year. One of our shared goals as an organization is to improve literacy, which we believe is the key to opportunity.

Through Altrusa activities we develop our leadership skills in a supportive environment. We welcome new ideas and aim to provide enough flexibility so that our members can give their time in a way that works for them.

Message from the President

By Michelle Bell

As October begins, we join communities across the country in recognizing Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This important time highlights the ongoing issue of domestic violence and the need to support organizations that help survivors. This month, we’re excited to spotlight one such organization making a real difference: Shelter From The Storm in Palm Desert.

About Shelter From The Storm

Shelter From The Storm is a beacon of hope and refuge for individuals and families affected by domestic violence in our community. Their mission is to provide safe, temporary housing, and a range of supportive services to survivors, helping them rebuild their lives and regain their independence. Their comprehensive approach includes emergency shelter, counseling, legal advocacy, and educational programs—each designed to address the multifaceted needs of those they serve.

For the last few months, we have been holding a Cleaning Supplies Drive for Shelter For The Storm and look forward to delivering the items at the end of the month. Thank you to everyone for your dedication and generosity.

At our upcoming Service and Membership event that will be held on January 25, 2025, Angela Coe, Executive Director of Shelter From The Storm will be speaking and a we will be working on a service project dedicated to their organization.

Thank you for standing by those in need during Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

September Book Drive for Palm Springs Unified School District Early Childhood Education

Thank you for your continued support and for joining us in making a difference for the early learners in our community. We dropped off books for students ages 3-5 along with some handmade mini pumpkins and worms from our Stitches of Sunshine service project.

Stitches of Sunshine

Throughout the year, our Stitches of Sunshine service project engages in Random Acts of Crochet Kindness. From September to November, we distribute hundreds of charming little pumpkins throughout our community. We are always looking for stitchers and supply donations. Please let Michelle know if you would like to volunteer for this service project or donate.

Stitches of Sunshine

We provide stitched items to people or organizations in need of warmth and comfort.

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FUNDRAISER - NUT AND CANDY SALE

ORDER TODAY!

These nuts and candies make great holiday and hostess gifts.

Thank you for your support!

Altrusa International of Coachella Valley - Online Fundraising

Eat tasty snacks for a good cause. A portion of every item sold benefits Altrusa International of Coachella Valley.

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Service and Membership Event - Saturday, January 25, 2024

We have rescheduled our Service and Membership Event to Saturday, January 25, 2024.

Find out more about our services projects here!

https://www.altrusacoachellavalley.org/service-projects

INTERNATIONAL / DISTRICT ELEVEN

Altrusa International District Eleven

Altrusa International

ALTRUSA INTL. OF COACHELLA VALLEY OFFICERS

President - Michelle Bell

Vice President - Gayleen Williams

Secretary - Lydia Petrie

Treasurer - Alice Kluzak

Currently meeting in Rancho Mirage, CA

Altrusa International of Coachella Valley

Email: altrusacoachella@gmail.com
Website: www.altrusacoachellavalley.org
Location: Coachella Valley, CA
Phone: 949-300-5619
Facebook: Altrusa Coachella Valley
Instagram: CVALTRUSA

Altrusa Coachella Valley