1. Altrusa Motto Patriotism, Efficiency, Service Altrusa Benediction May we go forth with high ideals To greet our fellow man, Be true to all Altrusa aims Until we meet again. Altruism is defined as: Unselfish concern for the welfare of others; the principle of living and acting for the good of others; selflessness. ALTRUSA OF THE EASTERN SIERRA is a not-for-profit service association of women who volunteer their energies and expertise to projects dedicated to community betterment, with a particular focus on the promotion of literacy. Altrusa ES is part of Altrusa International; District Eleven and serves the Eastern Sierra region of California.Altrusa International; District Eleven

2. Our Literacy Promotion Partnering with First 5, Schools and Libraries in Mono and Inyo Counties to enhance our: Books and Barn Animals Jamboree and our Storytelling Program; now a Readers Theater Educational Scholarships Mini Teacher Scholarships to enhance education through teachers Santa in the Park Reach Out and Read 4 th Grade Reading Center with Audio books to facilitate learning ALTRUSA OF THE EASTERN SIERRA is a not-for-profit service association of women who volunteer their energies and expertise to projects dedicated to community betterment, with a particular focus on the promotion of literacy. Altrusa ES is part of Altrusa International; District Eleven and serves the Eastern Sierra region of California.Altrusa International; District Eleven

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4. Community Projects and Partnerships Make a Difference Day Hug Me Bear NIH Chemical Infusion Room Movie Drive Monthly Supply of Magazines and Periodicals to the Conservation Camp Prison Partnering with Rotary for Rotary Safari Held in Bishop in October. Rotarians brought more than 100 stuffed bears to contribute to our Hug Me Bear program. THANK YOU, Rotarians Cerro Coso Library donation We filled their Shelves with books the first year when there was no funding 2009 International Conference to be held in Bishop ALTRUSA OF THE EASTERN SIERRA is a not-for-profit service association of women who volunteer their energies and expertise to projects dedicated to community betterment, with a particular focus on the promotion of literacy. Altrusa ES is part of Altrusa International; District Eleven and serves the Eastern Sierra region of California.Altrusa International; District Eleven

5. Social Activities Christmas Party Hiking Thank You Dinner ~ Our STARS night Every Meeting and Event! ALTRUSA OF THE EASTERN SIERRA is a not-for-profit service association of women who volunteer their energies and expertise to projects dedicated to community betterment, with a particular focus on the promotion of literacy. Altrusa ES is part of Altrusa International; District Eleven and serves the Eastern Sierra region of California.Altrusa International; District Eleven

6. Our Fundraisers Rubber Ducky Derby High Sierra Royal Tea Yard Sale Bishop Art Show and Sale Millpond Music Festival ALTRUSA OF THE EASTERN SIERRA is a not-for-profit service association of women who volunteer their energies and expertise to projects dedicated to community betterment, with a particular focus on the promotion of literacy. Altrusa ES is part of Altrusa International; District Eleven and serves the Eastern Sierra region of California.Altrusa International; District Eleven

7. Awards Won Letha H. Brown Literacy Award ~ 3 times! for the 4 th grade reading center and storytelling Mamie L Bass Award for Service for the books and barn animals jamboree and for Community Service ALTRUSA OF THE EASTERN SIERRA is a not-for-profit service association of women who volunteer their energies and expertise to projects dedicated to community betterment, with a particular focus on the promotion of literacy. Altrusa ES is part of Altrusa International; District Eleven and serves the Eastern Sierra region of California.Altrusa International; District Eleven

8. Getting down to Business: Monthly Meetings In Bishop: Program Business Board Membership Dues: $100/year for new members & $90.00 for renewing members ALTRUSA OF THE EASTERN SIERRA is a not-for-profit service association of women who volunteer their energies and expertise to projects dedicated to community betterment, with a particular focus on the promotion of literacy. Altrusa ES is part of Altrusa International; District Eleven and serves the Eastern Sierra region of California.Altrusa International; District Eleven

9. How can we help you? Partnering with Community and Rotary ALTRUSA OF THE EASTERN SIERRA is a not-for-profit service association of women who volunteer their energies and expertise to projects dedicated to community betterment, with a particular focus on the promotion of literacy. Altrusa ES is part of Altrusa International; District Eleven and serves the Eastern Sierra region of California.Altrusa International; District Eleven

10. Questions? ALTRUSA OF THE EASTERN SIERRA is a not-for-profit service association of women who volunteer their energies and expertise to projects dedicated to community betterment, with a particular focus on the promotion of literacy. Altrusa ES is part of Altrusa International; District Eleven and serves the Eastern Sierra region of California.Altrusa International; District Eleven