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Altrusa International

 Organization

Dates

  • Existence: 1917-
  • Usage: 1947
  • Usage: 1935 - 1947
  • Usage: 1919 - 1935
  • Usage: 1917 - 1919

Historical Information

Altrusa International, a service organization of executive and professional women, was founded 1917 as National Altrusa Institute. In 1919 its name changed to National Association of Altrusa Clubs; in 1935 the organization became the International Association of Altrusa Clubs, and in 1947 the name became Altrusa International. The service organization works across the globe in community serve and literacy initiatives.

Citation:
Altrusa International. Accessed March 5, 2019. https://www.altrusa.org

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Altrusa International of Lafayette, Indiana records

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSP 127
Scope and Contents The Altrusa International of Lafayette, Indiana records (1922-2014; 3.2 cubic feet) document the members and activities of the organization from its inception.  Also documented are some of the milestones of individual members and the local chapter’s involvement with the regional district chapter and Altrusa International.  Due to the fact that the organization restricted membership to prominent women within the community, the collection could be useful for researchers interested in...
Dates: 1922-2014; Other: Date acquired: 04/01/2016
Found in: Purdue University Archives and Special Collections