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Call to Conference 2020Governor’s Message

“The Road Less Traveled”

District Ten Governor Renée Eaton

My goodness! Where does time go?, It seems just like yesterday I was being installed as Governor at Conference in Delta, Co. WHOOSH! Just like that, it is another year soon to start and I wish to extend a hearty call to all Altrusa Members to attend our 65th annual Conference in Palisade, CO, on April 30th through May 2nd, 2020. Come “Celebrate the Fruits of Altrusa, Cheers to The Future.” Palisade has been working very hard to make the Conference one to not forget. The Committee began soon after Conference in Delta in 2019 so you can imagine what wonderful surprises they have waiting for you. Make your plans to attend; you will not be disappointed and what a great time of year to visit Colorado. The elegant 80-room Wine Country Inn is situated below the Mount Garfield bookcliffs of Palisade, and is nestled among working vineyards that surround the Inn. As they say in Palisade, “Life tastes good

here”. This venue has a beautiful view that is renowned and admired by many. How exciting it is to have our International President Beverly Hardy as our International representative! She brings updates and news from International, Inc., and an Altruistic outlook for us all. You will treasure this lovely lady when you meet her; she is a real jewel. At Conference, we will be voting on our new District Ten Nominating Committee; these three individuals will be instrumental in finding our New District Ten Board leaders in 2021. Be supportive of these individuals as they help guide us into the future of Altrusa. District Ten and Altrusa of Palisade have a fantastic lineup of speakers for you to enjoy and take back their information to your clubs to inspire and revitalize your members. Our keynote speaker, Marcus Straub, will inspire you to new levels of personal and professional greatness. He will have encouraging words for our up-and-coming Altrusa leaders. Our District Officers and Chairs will have some great information to share with you, and the training of new Club Officers will give you a step up on knowing what your leadership roles will be. The District Board members are always available for answers to any of your questions. For those not attending officer training, the Altrusa Club of Palisade has a great fun workshop about the new SOS Project. Thursday’s welcome reception, hosted by our Altrusa of Grand Junction club, will welcome you with open arms and the warmth of an Altrusa smile.

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Inside This IssueGovernor’s Message 1-2District Board Members 2International President Bio 3 Prelim. Conference Schedule 4 Conference “Flyers” 5Registration Form 6Conference Protocol 7 Awards List 8Governor Elect Message 9Conference “Notes” 9 Why Come to Palisade? 10Nominating Committee Guide 11Foundation Board Nominee 12Nominating Com. Nominees 13Club 21 Grant Form 14Club 21 Grant Form 2 15Ruth Heath Memorial 16Memorial Guidelines 16Montrose Service Project 17 Monthly Officer Checklist 18-20District Ten Chairs 21

District Ten BoardGovernorRene’e [email protected] Governor ElectPaula Menefee [email protected] Vice-GovernorAshley [email protected] Past GovernorRose Price [email protected] Jones [email protected] Johnson [email protected] LiaisonDebbie Smith [email protected] Robinson [email protected] [email protected]

Complete contact information can be found in Appendix D of the District

Handbook folder in District Shared Files in the District Google Drive

Save the Dates! DISTRICT TEN

CONFERENCE DATESApril 30 - May 2, 2020, Palisade, CO

April 29-May 1, 2021, Artesia, NMMay 5 - May 7, 2022, Ogden,

UtahINTERNATIONAL

CONVENTION DATESJuly 21-24, 2021

Quebec City, Quebec

District Ten Membership Report as of January 2020

Total of 336 members, including 2 Affi liates, 1 Life, and 17 Emeritus.

Welcome New Members! Since last report, sponsors in parenthesis

Delta-Lorchin Pulsifpher (Renée Eaton & Karen Basher); Jacqueline Davis (� elma Starner); Carolyn Payne (Sunny Howland & Jo Rosenquist)

Portales-Mandi Park (Beverly Bennett & Sharon Davis)Artesia-Barbara Britain (Sue McGee-Chiodini and Laurie Schotz )

Laurie Schotz: Ashley Mason and Sue McGee-Chiodini.Portales-Kristin Nichols (Connie Watts & Beverly Benett)

Deceased: Phyllis Goud-Delta (9-17-19); Ruth Heath-Montrose (11-27-19)

Governor’s MessageContinued from Page 1 Fun Night holds a fantastic meal and lots of fun and games at “Maison LaBelle Vie Winery” and you won’t want to miss out on this night. Do not forget that some lucky Altrusan will be picked to win a Fun Night entry in 2021 in Artesia, NM. Palisade will even have an agenda of things for your spouses, other family members, or friends accompanying you, to see and do while you are at Conference; so much to see and do and I am sure they will enjoy the sites and beauty of this area. We have another decade of community service to be shared by all our Altrusa Clubs. I hope you read their newsletters to see all the great projects each club has undertaken, and visit their Facebook pages or share greetings in other ways. We all help each other in some way with ideas for projects and fundraisers and we will share these at Conferences and in our social media. You will acquire many wonderful new friendships and renew those you have already made. At the Foundation Luncheon, there will be a drawing for a “FREE” registration for the 2021 Conference in Artesia, so come one come all for a chance to win. During my Club visits and reading your wonderful newsletters, I am in amazement of the many worthwhile, wonderful projects that our clubs provide in service to our communities. I encourage you to submit an entry for Awards; you are all so deserving of an Award, please submit. � e Awards criteria has been updated and made easier to follow. Don’t say “it won’t win.” You will never know unless you try. Your president will be sharing with you the information sheet Appendix K in District Shared Files that gives you a heads-up to whom and when to submit your entries. Do not forget to update your Bylaws and Policies to align with International’s. You will � nd a copy of Club Bylaws on the International Website. Most of the work has already been done for you, so it is much easier to update. I’m looking forward to seeing lots of � rst timers and renewing friendships with all of you in Palisade, CO. Safe travels!

Rene’e Eaton, Governor Altrusa International District Ten, Inc.

Cheers to theFuture!

Celebrate the Fruits of Alt usa

Beverly HardyInternational President

Altrusan, Anti-Drug Championand Businesswoman

Beverly HardyInternational President 2019-2021

Altrusa International of Starke, FloridaDistrict � ree

[email protected]

“If you want to make friends, join an Altrusa Club,” was the advice that Beverly Hardy received when she moved to Starke, FL 26 years ago a� er working as a special education teacher in Florida in Seminole and Marion counties. “Altrusa was a custom � t for me,” Hardy remembered. “I went with it, loved it and made many wonderful friends.” Beverly is a member of Altrusa International, Inc. of Starke, FL and has served her local club on all levels. In 1999 she was Starke’s Club President. Following this she served on the District � ree Board as Treasurer; Vice Governor; Governor Elect; and in 2011 became Governor of District � ree. Later she served as Chair of the District � ree Nominating Committee and also served on the Election Committee. In 2019, Beverly became the International President of Altrusa International, Inc. She was very attracted to Altrusa International, that grew out of the women’s su� rage movement in 1917, because of its focus on developing the leadership skills of its members and improving the lives of women in the U.S. and around the world. Because of her tireless e� orts in Altrusa, along with other Altrusans, so many commendable causes have been advanced and countless young people have earned scholarships and opportunities they may otherwise have missed. Hardy also volunteers with a faith-based, long-term drug rehabilitation facility. “Addiction is a sickness,” she said. “You don’t get sick overnight so you don’t get well overnight”. Addiction doesn’t recognize social class or gender; it can a� ect anyone. We try to help people learn to love their sobriety so they can sustain it in the real world.” She has revealed her altruistic spirit on many other fronts to include leadership responsibilities by serving on the Board of ARC of Bradford County FL (citizens with mental handicaps); serving as Finance Chair. She served on the Board of Florida Ladies of the Elks as Chaplin. She was selected to be a member of the Eighth Judicial Circuit Nominating Commission, that help with the task of vetting names for gubernatorial appointments for County Court Judges and Circuit Judges. Recently, she was asked to serve on the Shands at Starke Hospital Board, HCAHPS, a board that focuses on the satisfaction of patient care at the hospital. Beverly’s entrepreneurial acumen as a pacesetter is also well documented. She was co-owner of her family business (Harwood Brick Company) and this experience also allowed her to observe � rsthand that women in construction were not always treated well. Currently, she has played a key role in her husband’s law prac-tice doing accounting and serving as o� ce manager.Maybe it was that experience, combined with Altrusa’s historical concern with the rights and status of women, which led Hardy to name Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Eleanor Roosevelt as two of her biggest inspirations or “s/heroes.” In 2018, Beverly was named as Santa Fe College, 2018 Woman of Distinction in Gainesville, FL. Asked what rewards she gets from her spirit of giving, Hardy exclaimed, “It’s wonderful! Just to be able to give makes me happy”. � at’s what life’s about—not about recognition and not about being self-serving!

65th Annual District Ten Conference Preliminary Conference Schedule

Wednesday, April 29th, 2020 6:30 PM District Board Dinner

� ursday, April 30, 2020 8:00 AM Budget Meeting -District Finance Committee 8:30 AM Pre-Conference Board Meeting 3:00 PM Registration Credentials Set Up: Show & Sell, Foundation Silent Auction, Altrusa Store 4:30-6:30 PM Registration and Credentials Open 6:30 PM Open House Reception

Friday, May 1, 2020 7:30 AM Registration & Credentials First Timers Orientation Elections Committee Flag Ceremony Practice Show & Sell, Altrusa Store, Foundation Auction 8:45 AM Opening Business Session 11:00 AM Memorial Service 11:30 AM All Conference – Club Projects Overview Noon Foundation Luncheon 1:30 PM All Conference – Beverly Hardy, President, Altrusa International, Inc. 2:15 PM All Conference - Leadership Workshop 3:00 PM Break 3:15 PM All Conference – Membership Workshop 4:00 PM Store Open 5:30 PM Fun Night

Saturday, May 2, 2020 7:00 AM Past Governors’ Lifesaver Breakfast 7:30 AM Voting Registration & Credentials 8:45 AM All Conference Session 9:00 AM Split Sessions: O� cers Training All other attendees – Service Project-Karon Carley 10:00 AM Show and Sell, Foundation Auction, Altrusa Store 11:00 AM All Conference – One Source – Joanne Iglesias Noon Awards Luncheon 1:45 PM All Conference – Guest Speaker - Marcus Straub 2:45 PM All Conference – Communications Workshop 4:00 PM Closing Business Session 6:00 PM Reception and Photo Opportunities 7:00 PM Governor’s Banquet – Ballroom

Sunday, May 3, 2020 8:00 PM Post-Conference Board Meeting

Marcus Straub is the founder of Life Is Great!TM Inc., the life coaching and consulting company he created to inspire individuals and businesses to new levels of personal and professional greatness. His business, inspired by a skilled coaching philosophy rooted in motivation that helps clients become empowered in the face of their own particular reality, has touched countless lives. For over 25 years, Marcus has been systematically developing a proven coaching method that empowers individuals and businesses to boldly move forward through the personal and professional challenges they face on a daily basis. As an innovative life coach, consultant, business development expert, trainer, behavioral analyst, keynote speaker and author, Marcus is firmly committed to helping individuals, teams, and organizations tap into and expand their potential.

Keynote Speaker:

Marcus Straub“Listening

withIntegrity”

SPEAKER BIO Joanne Iglesilas

Joanne Iglesias is Director of One Source, Colorado Division of Veterans Affairs-West in Grand Junction, CO, serving the Western Slope of Colorado. Western Region One Sourceconnects veterans, military service members, and their families, with service providers and resources to enhance their opportunities and quality of life. Ms Iglesias will guide Altrusans through ways we can support deployed troops, provide assistance to wounded troops returning home, and help our homeless veterans.

Altrusa Fun Night Friday night 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.

Maison La Belle Vie Winery“Ma maison est ta maison”

“Our house is your house!”Maison La Belle Vie is a beautiful vineyard,

and their wine marvelous! Owner John Barbier is from France

where his family has made wine for 150 years.He is a chef as well as a winemaker. Their gourmet

hamburgers are a very exciting choice for a meal, we can tell you that Maison La Belle Vie burgers are something special.

Many of us took guests there last summer and we are still talking about their wine and burgers!

Games! Activities! Prizes! Fun! Food!Gourmet burger on focaccia bread

with choice of cheese, Side of potatoes, chips or salad

*vegetarian, gluten free or vegan options

Conference2020ServiceProject

SupportingOurDeployedTroops

Operation Interdependence is a 100% all volunteer organization thatsendscarepackagestothetroopsservingoverseas

Please bring items from the following list to donate to OperationInterdependence.Cashdonationsarewelcome,aswell,tohelpwiththenecessarypostagefortheAPOmailings.

Beefjerky/SlimJimEyedrops(leaveinboxes)Oatmeal(individualpkgs)RazorsChapstickSnacks(cookies,chips,individualpacks)Crackers(cheese,PBJ,etc)SardinesFacialtissue(travelsize)Tuna(smallcansorpouches)Decksofcards/diceHotchocolatemixesGumNuts/seedsHotHands(handandtoewarmers)KazoosandHarmonicasPowdereddrinkmixes/sticksi.e.CrystalLightTeaandcoffeesinfoil

WewillhearmoreaboutOperationInterdependenceandhowyourclubscanconnectwithanearbyunittocontinuesupportingtheAPOmailingstodeployedtroops.

Celebrate the Fruits of Altrusa Cheers to the Future!

65th Altrusa District Ten Conference Wine Country Inn, 777 Grand River Drive, Palisade, CO

April 30-May 2, 2020 Registration Form

Name: Address: City, State Zip: Email: Home Phone: Work: Cell: Club Name: Altrusa International of , Inc.

Iwillattendas(checkallspecialdesignationsthatapply):____Delegate ____FirstTimer ____DistrictOfficer ____PastGovernor____Alternate ____ClubPresident ____DistrictChair ____Other Qty Option Onorbefore

April1stAfter

April1stTotal

Amount____

A.FullRegistrationIncludes:ThursdayNightreception____CheckhereifyouwillattendthereceptionAlldaytimesessionsSnacksduringbreaksFridayandSaturdaylunchesSaturdaynightBanquetDinnerORFirstTimerdiscountedamount

$120.00

$110.00

$135.00

$125.00

$________$________

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B.PartialRegistration(eitherFridayorSaturdaydaytimesessions)Includes:AlldaytimesessionsforasingledaySnacksduringbreaksLunchforasingledaySelectthesingledayyouwillbeattending:______FridayOR_____Saturday

$75.00 $90.00 $________

Add-Ons ____ C.FridayFunNight

(FunNightisnotincludedinanyotherOption–youmustpayforitinadditiontoyourRegistrationifyouwishtoattend)

$25.00 $25.00 $________

____ D.SaturdayBanquet–DinneronlyThisoptionmaybepurchasedforguests,oraddedontoOptionBPartialRegistration(Note:theBanquetisalreadyincludedinOptionAFullRegistration–DonotchoosethisAdd-onifyouareusingOptionA)

$35.00 $35.00 $________

____ E.ShowandSellTables $10.00 $10.00 $________TOTALENCLOSED$__________

Specialdietaryneeds–pleaseindicateanydietaryrestrictions:_____________________________________________________

REGISTRATION: The FULL AMOUNT DUE must be enclosed NOTE TO CLUBS: If paying for several registrations with one check, include a completed Registration form for each attendee.

Make CHECK payable to: District Ten Conference and mail form(s) and payment to: Bonnie Jones, District Ten Treasurer, 705 W. Mescalero Rd, Roswell NM 88201

Phone: 575-626-0567 Email: [email protected] OR – Register Online (for Individual or Group) Go To https://districtten.regfox.com/2020-altrusa-district-ten-conference

REFUND POLICY: No refunds will be made for cancellations or changes made after April 20, 2020

Hotel: Wine Country Inn, 777 Grand River Dr, Palisade CO 81526 970-464-5777 A block of rooms has been reserved through March 26, 2020: $125.00 for single/double or one king (plus tax)

$99.00 room rate for Sunday-Thurs nights Breakfast buffet and afternoon wine reception included in room stay

Use promo code ALTPAL; no online hotel reservations, please call Individuals are responsible for making their own lodging reservations.

Dona M GarretsonDistrict Ten Parliamentarian

A set of rules is needed for any means of communication. Human intercommunication (in pairs and in small or larger groups) requires rules of protocol. Be sure to review the Conference Rules printed in the Conference program. � e rules are important to the success of the meeting. Not long now we’ll join fellow Altrusans from throughout District Ten to celebrate an exciting year of successes under the guidance of Governor Rene’e Eaton. She and the 2019-2021 District Board and District Committee Chairs are eager to meet with us to share the District progress. It will be a special time to renew old friendships, make new friends, participate in business sessions, celebrate Altrusa, update to new happenings, and share ideas. Above all, it is most important that Conference be a meaningful event for all who attend. Following are a few suggestions that I’ve recommended over time for all of us to keep in mind. • Be sure to wear your conference registration badge during the Conference. Consider wearing your club name badge also. � e right side is preferable. It is easier to read when you greet one another.• Introduce yourself whenever possible to those attendees that you haven’t met before. At meals be sure to remember to introduce yourself to everyone at the table that you do not know. Do not eat until everyone at the table has been served. If you happen to be waiting for a special meal, be sure to let everyone know that it is � ne to start eating since your meal will be late.• Respect the speaker. Remember that it can be frustrating to be speaking in front of a group and experience chatting in the audience. If you must have a conversation or make a cell phone call, please leave the room. Be sure cell phone is turned o� or set to silent.• Arrive early, if possible, to the sessions and be prepared with paper and pens if needed. Don’t take up two or three seats. Move right on in and meet someone new. Introduce yourself and be sure to enjoy their company before the speaker begins.• SMILE! Enjoy yourself and be open to meeting new Altrusa friends. Body language means a lot to those around you. Be positive! Celebrate this special time together!• Share the joy of friendship and camaraderie!

65th District Ten Conference 2020Why in the world are

CONFERENCE PROTOCOLSneeded?

DEADLINES� e important dates for room reservations and conference registration:

Room reservations (to get the Altrusa special rate): Call 970-464-5777 and use the code ALTPAL by March 26, 2020

Conference registrations by April 1, 2020 (for the earlybird rate)

District Ten and International Awards 2019-2021 Due by April 1st (unless otherwise noted)

District Ten Award entry forms may be found in the District Handbook Appendix K in District Shared Files Go to http://bit.ly/DTenShared, then to the District Handbook folder

International Award entry & ASTRA forms may be found on International website: Go to altrusa.org then “Member Login,” (username: altrusan; password: MamieLethaNina1917), then to the “Service” tab

(Unless otherwise noted below, entries are to be submitted electronically) District Ten Communication Awards Jo Rosenquist, Communications Chair 1248 Sunset Dr., Delta, CO 81416 970-216-4320 (C) 970-874-9895 (h) [email protected]

Recognition is given in 2categories: Newsletters: Submit 3 electronic newsletters. See Appendix K-2 Yearbook: Clubs doing electronic yearbooks, submit electronically

Clubs doing printed yearbooks, submit 3 hard copies See Appendix K-3

Net Gain Membership Award There is no entry form for this award. The District’s membership records are used to determine the Club with the highest net gain (which comes with a $100 check from the District)

Ethel Fritch/Letha H. Brown Literacy Awards Debbie Smith, Director/Foundation Liaison 1505 Kingston, Clovis, NM 88101 575-762-7731 (C) [email protected]

The Ethel Fritch Award is presented by the District, and the winner is automatically submitted for International’s Lethal H. Brown Literacy Award. A cash award is given by District Ten from funds allocated by Altrusa International of Colorado Springs, CO on its disbanding. See Appendix K-4 (Use the Letha H. Brown Literacy Award entry form, obtained from the International web site as noted above.)

Governor’s Award Renée Eaton, Governor P. O. Box 1000, Delta, CO 81416 970-874-3722 (H) 970-260-8184 (C) [email protected]

Each Club is encouraged to submit a deserving member for this honored award. District Ten awards this honoree with an International Lamplighter pin. Submit electronically using the form provided in Appendix K-5

Hazel Henderson Membership A w a r d

There is no entry form for this award. The District's membership records are used to determine the Club with the greatest percentage of net increase in Club membership. A cash award is given by Altrusa International of Grand Junction, CO, in the name of their member who served as District Governor.

Jen Hanson Service Award Ashley Mason, Vice-Governor 512 Vogel Road, Artesia, NM 88210 575-365-4002 (C) [email protected]

This award is given for community service and was established by the Altrusa Club of Carlsbad in the name of their member Jen Hanson who became International President in 1979. The District now maintains a cash award for this honor. See Appendix K-6

Dorothy Kvols Attendance Award Ellen White, President, Tucumcari P. O. Box 731, Tucumcari, NM 88401 575-403-6179 [email protected]

This award has been brought back by Altrusa International of Tucumcari in name of their beloved and long-time member Dorothy Kvols who believes attendance at Club meetings is so important. Entry form is in the District Awards along with other forms. Entry form is due by April 25th. See Appendix K-7

Nancy Taylor Environmental Award Sylvia Bean, President, Clovis 413 Chanticleer, Clovis, NM 88101 575-693-2607 [email protected]

This award was started by then governor Nancy Taylor out of her love for preserving the environment and her desire that Altrusans be cognoscente of, and involved in, protecting the environment. Her Club, Altrusa International of Clovis has chosen to continue this award to honor Nancy even after her passing. Submit four (4) hard copies of entry form. See Appendix K-8

Member & Club Longevity Recognition Judy Stubbs, Past Governor [email protected]

There is no entry form for this recognition. The records of District Ten are used to determine longevity. This award was started by Past Governor Judy Stubbs during her biennium because she believes celebrating the commitment, love and dedication of Altrusans to “Leading to a Better Community” is noteworthy. Members will be recognized with 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50 or 55 years of service.

Dr. Nina Fay Calhoun International Relations Paula Menefee, Governor-Elect 1513 Walnut Lane, Artesia, NM 88210 575-703-2820 (C) [email protected]

The objectives of this award are to encourage and stimulate international relations, create an awareness of other cultures and people of the world and to recognizer outstanding Club achievement in International Relations. Use the Dr. Nina Fay Calhoun International Relations Award entry form, obtained from the International web site as noted above.

Mamie L. Bass Service Award Rhonda Johnson, Director/Membership P.O. Box 3381, Roswell, NM 88202 505-917-1292 (C) [email protected]

This award is for a community service project. It has been named after Altrusa’s first president and is an awarded to the Club project that most exemplifies what Altrusa stands for. The winner will be submitted to International for competition at that level. Use the Mamie L. Bass Service Award entry form, obtained from the International web site as noted above.

Come to Conference I want to meet you all!

Another exciting time of year is right around the corner for us Altrusans, District Ten Conference, and we will be gathering at the beautiful Wine Country Inn in Palisade, Colorado. So are you thinking of all the reasons you cannot join us? Well, give me a second to help you turn that thinking around. It is time you take a couple of days from work, family, just for you and sur-round yourself with like-minded, fun, beautiful people in a won-derful location and rejuvenate yourself. Start planning now, and I know you can make it happen.

Oh, and another thing, I haven’t had the pleasure of meeting all of you yet, and as the next Governor of District Ten, I want to give you a hug and shake your hand in person to thank you for all you do. I’ll meet you there.

Until then, many blessings. Paula Menefee, District Ten Governor-Elect

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complete AWARD ENTRY FORMS

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WIN A FREE Conference Registration andFun Night Fee at Foundation Luncheon

Two drawings will be held at the Foundation Luncheon from a list of those registered who have sponsored a new member during the current year (current District Ten Board Members excluded). One drawing will be for a free 2021 Conference Registra-tion and one drawing will be for a free 2020 Fun Night Fee. Winners will receive non-transferable certi� cates to be sent in with registration for 2021 Conference.

SILENT AUCTION SUPPORT THE

INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION

Donate an item, worth at least $30, not wrapped.Each club is asked to bring a suitable item for the

Auction. Bid on your favorite items and help the good works of the Foundation! Everybody wins!

For more information please contact District Ten Director/Foundation Liaison, Debbie Smith

[email protected]

Hey Clubs!!!Bring a Door Prize,

maybe take one home! We hope that each Club will bring Door Prizes to be awarded during the two luncheons during the Conference. � is is a great way to share your Club and community with all of us; and it is always fun to win a prize to take home.

Why come toPalisade

for the2020

District TenConference?

Photos courtesy of JC Photography, husband of member Toni Ray!

We all know the reasons why we go to conference: we love the camaraderie, the exchange of ideas, the inspiration, the educational opportunities, the fun and the food. Going to conference is a win/win, no matter where it is. But why come to Palisade? We are extraordinarily proud of our little town. Yes, we are a few miles east of Grand Junction, the “biggest town” between Denver and Salt Lake, but Palisade is a whole di� erent place. In addition to coming for Conference, we would like you to stay a few extra days if you can, or come back with your family for one of our many festivals or for harvest time. As of the last census, we have less than 3,000 residents. More peach trees here than people. No stoplights or roundabouts. Pretty friendly people. � e Grand Mesa, largest � at-top mountain in the world, encloses us on the east with its lovely forests, great � shing lakes and soon “� e Palisade Plunge,” a mountain bike experience. To the north we have the starkly beautiful and ever-changing palisades, the “Bookcli� s”, featuring our local landmark, Mt. Gar� eld. To the south is the Colorado River, our source of water and recreation, to the west the magni� cent red rock formations of the Colorado National Monument. Among our Altrusans, Conference Co-Chair, Kristi Trumbo and her husband have a commercial peach orchard, and Juliann Adams and her husband recently opened a winery. Our treasurer, Julia Durmaj, has an alpaca ranch in addition to being the assistant director of the Chamber of Commerce. In the summer we have the best “darn” peaches anywhere. Ask anyone who has tried them. Besides peaches and grapes we have cherries, apricots, pears, plums, lavender, and the occasional apple orchard. We have vineyards and wineries: at least 20 local wineries making everything from dry reds and whites to delicious fruit wines, port, ice wine, mead, sweet wines and now hard ciders. Winery tours and tastings are a major attraction year round in Palisade. Many of our wines are awardwinning, all are delicious, and our WineFest in September is recognized as the best in the country. � e Wine Country Inn is a beautiful hotel, surrounded by vineyards and the Bookcli� s, a pool and truly lovely rooms. It will be great to have our conference in the same place as where we are staying. It is a luxury place and we are getting great rates! � e Blue Pig downtown is a � ne local art gallery, featuring many local and area artists, and our streets downtown feature revolving displays of Art on the Corner. We have historical walking tours and agri-tours, too. Bicycling is pretty much possible all year, we have some area mountain bike trails that are awesome. � e Grand Valley has nearly 100 miles of paved Riverfront Trail for birdwatching, dog walking, hiking and biking. Our local bike shop rents bikes if you don’t bring yours. � ey have paddleboards and kayaks, too. We are sure to have something for everyone!

Check us out at www.visitpalisade.com for additional temptations.

We’ll tell you. . .

ACCENT Presented by RENE’E EATON

ALTRUSA’S IDEALS:PATRIOTISM gSERVICE gEFFICIENCY

As an Altrusa I will be guided by these Principles of Conduct:MY COUNTRY and MY FELLOW-MEN; Our country is as great as we, its citizens, make it. � erefore I pledge my loyalty to its ideals and to its endeavors for the welfare of mankind. I shall strive to practice true patriotism and to ful� ll my civic obligations in my own community by interested participation in its activities.MY VOCATION and MY FELLOWWORKERS; My vocation merits my best services and o� ers me real opportunities for growth and e� ciency in doing my share of the world’s work. � erefore I shall study its aims, its methods, and its product that I may intelligently promote its interests and improve the quality of its service to others. I shall cooperate with my fellow-workers, in a spirit of cheerfulness, of readiness to share, and of appreciation of the e� orts of others. I shall seek success by an ever-increasing sense of true values—a realization of the highest business ideals through honest e� ort, fair dealing, and lo� y ambition tempered by humility, of spirit.

ALTRUSA and MYSELF; Revised July 2017 Altrusa o� ers to the representative business and professional women of the community an opportunity to touch each other’s lives and to be broadened by an interchange of interests, and by a sympathetic consideration of the viewpoint of others. � erefore I shall try to exemplify Altrusa’s ideals of fellowship, of service to others, and of self-improvement. I shall demand of myself a wholesome balance of work and play; a broad and impersonal attitude of mind in my relationship to others and a true loyalty to all. As an Altrusan I shall endeavor to develop right attitudes toward work, toward people, toward life.

Guidelines for Nominating Committee General Responsibilities: Secure quali� ed candidates from within District Ten to be on the ballot for o� cers during election year. Secure quali� ed candidates from within District Ten to be on the ballot for Nominating, Foundation Trustees and International Director (when appropriate) during the non-election years. Speci� c Responsibilities: 1. Work with other committee members, contact each club and request that eligible Altrusans run for an o� ce, or other position (depending on the year.) 2. Present the slate for publication in the AltruNews and provide a copy for the web site. 3. Present the slate of candidates at the designated time during the District Ten Conference. 4. Keep the District Ten Governor informed as to plans, correspondence, problems encountered when communicating with clubs, etc. 5. Receive Nominating Committee � les from previous chair. Quali� cations: 1. No member of the Nominating Committee is eligible to be slated for District Ten o� ce. 2. Elected at District Ten Conference in even-numbered years. Timing: In October of an even-numbered year, contact all clubs to submit names for District Ten O� cers. In October of an odd-numbered year, contact all clubs to submit names for District Ten Nominating Committee, International Nominating Committee and Trustee for the International Foundation Board. Include deadline and verify individual’s willingness to serve. In December prepare a slate of candidates. December 31 is the closing date. In early January complete slate and forward to Governor. Following approval by the Board, send a letter to all slated candidates announcing the slate and instructing them to forward a photo and biography to the Governor, by February lst, to be included in the Call to Conference. Indicate date when information must be returned to you. Remind candidates for District Ten O� ces that they may mail one � yer to each Club, Past Governors, and District Ten O� cers. � e District Ten Secretary may provide address labels upon request. February - send entire Slate of O� cers to Local Club Presidents, District Ten O� cers, and Past Governors. May, odd-numbered year present Slate of O� cers at Conference Business Meeting. May, even-numbered year give Nominating committee � le to new Chair, unless you had given to Governor previously. DESTROY NOMINATING FORMS (See Appendix J for nominating forms)

Candidate forAltrusa International

Foundation Board of TrusteesDona M. GarretsonAltrusa International Inc. of Grand Junction, CO

Member since 1985 Dona was nominated as 2nd Vice President 1990-1991, 1st Vice President 1991-1992, President 1992-1993 and Past President 1993-1994. She also assisted in forming GJ Club Foundation and was the � rst Chairman of the Board of Trustees.

On a District level, served as District Ten Secretary 1993-1995, Second Vice-Governor 1995-1997, Vice-Governor 1997-1999, Governor-Elect 1999-2001, Governor 2001-2003, Immediate Past Governor 2003-2005, District Ten Parliamentarian 2013-2017 and is current District Parliamentarian 2019-2021.

On an International level, served as District Ten Governor Board Member 2001-2003, International Director 2003-2005, International Treasurer 2005-2007, International Vice President 2007-2009, International President-Elect 2009-2011, International President 2011-2013, Interim Association Manager – January 2013-October 2013 and International Immediate Past President 2013-2015.

Dona is retired as a Certi� ed Public Accountant of 30 years in practice, Treasurer of Greenhouse Homeowners Association, member of Immanuel Lutheran Church and is an active member in ACBL (American Contract Bridge League.)

She is a proud mother of two daughters and their wonderful husbands and blessed to be a part of the lives of four beautiful grandchildren (3, 5,7 and 9 years old).

Dona states: “Altrusa has been an integral part of my life for over 35 years. I believe in what both the International Association and the International Foundation stand for in our mission throughout the world. I also understand that these are two separate entities and must be respected as such. During my time of service on the Board of Directors, I had the opportunity to serve as Association Representative to the Foundation Board of Trustees during two separate biennia. � is allowed meaningful time to increase understanding of the importance and uniqueness of the two entities. We are facing a critical time in life where growth, communication, and � nancial stability are important necessities at all levels. I feel that my professional background and understanding of our organization can be a positive in� uence in moving Altrusa forward.”

Cheers to theFuture!

Celebrate the Fruits of Alt usa 65th Annual Altrusa

District Ten ConferenceApril 30 - May 2, 2020

Palisade, Colorado

Nominees for the AltrusaDistrict Ten Nomination Committee

Sherry Turner

Sherry TurnerAltrusa of Clovis, New Mexico

Sherry has been a member of the Clovis Altrusa Club for seven years. At the time she joined Altrusa, she was Director of Meals on Wheels, which was founded by Altrusa, and became a valuable asset to the club. She served as Club President 2015-2017 and has chaired several committees, including Fresh Start (domestic violence), Literacy and the Bingo Luncheon, and has also delivered meals on a monthly basis. “Altrusa has been a great experience! It has been a great way for me to be active in our community and meet and help a lot of good people.” Sherry has an Associates Degree from Clovis Community College in accounting and ran her own bookkeeping business for ten years. She is Vice-President of the Food

Bank of Eastern New Mexico Board. Sherry is married to Eric and has three step-children, a 15-year-old son and one grandchild. She enjoys spending time with her family and her hobbies and interests are reading, crocheting, softball and volley ball.

Judy StubbsAltrusa of Roswell, New Mexico

Judy has been a proud member of Altrusa of Roswell since 1985. She has served her club as President, Vice-President, Recording Secretary, Director, Parliamentarian and is currently serving once again as a Director. She has also chaired her club’s Community Services and Membership/Orientation Committees. At the District Ten level, she is a Past Governor (2013-2015), also having served as Vice-Governor and Governor-Elect, as well as Chair of the LRSP Committee and the 2006 District Conference Committee. She has served on the International Board of Directors as a Director and Treasurer (2017-2019). Judy spent most of her professional career in executive director positions with several non-profits and currently continues her service on many local Boardsas well as on the Roswell City Council. She believes that Altrusa has given her

Judy Stubbs

the support and strength to do many things, including serving on the City Council for over 18 years. Now, as a candidate for the District Ten Nominating Committee, Judy welcomes this opportunity to give back to this wonderful association called Altrusa International.

Christine GrebencAltrusa of Pueblo, Colorado

Chris has been a member of Altrusa twice, split by a period of health problems and life changes. Chris is again a member of Altrusa and proud of it! During her years as an Altrusan she held most offices in the Pueblo Club, including Teasurer and President from 2009 to 2011. She also served on the District Ten Board as a Director. She attended the 2019 International Convention in Reno, where she noted she was proud to represent District Ten and get to know some of its members. Chris stated, “I believe that as a member of the District Ten NominatingCommittee, I would do my best to aid in selecting quality candidates for the District Ten Board. Thank you!”Christine Grebenc

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Please note: This completed cover page (one page) and answers to the 10 project grant application questions (not to exceed three pages) MUST be typed and included in the request.

You will receive an email confirmation to the address listed below upon receipt of your application to the International Foundation office.

Name of Applicant Organization______________________________________________________________________________

Contact Person_________________________________________ E-mail Address______________________________________

Address_________________________________________________________________________________________________

City ____________________State/Country____________________________ Zip/Postal Code ___________________________

Daytime Telephone ( ) ______________ Evening Telephone: ( ) ______________

Name of Project___________________________________________________________________________________________

Amount requested (may be higher than $2,500 if Club 21 Program funds exceed the amount requested) $__________________

Grantees are limited to one (1) grant per fiscal year (June through May).

Date your organization last received a grant ___________________ Amount of grant $ _____________________

Terms of the Grant

1) The organization receiving this grant is obligated to use the money for the intended purpose.

2) If the grant funds are not used for the intended purpose, the recipient must return the grant money in full to the Altrusa International Foundation, Inc. If the money is returned as requested, the organization will be eligible to submit another proposal at a future date.

3) A Grant Follow-Up Report must be filed with the Altrusa International Foundation, Inc., at the conclusion of the grant period.

Signature of Chief Executive Officer_________________________________________________________________

Type the name and title of the Chief Executive Officer_________________________________________________

Date of Application Submission_________________________

Submit completed application to: Altrusa International Foundation, Inc.

One North LaSalle Street, Suite 1955, Chicago, IL 60602 | Phone: 312-427-4410; Fax: 312-789-4416

Altrusa International Foundation, Inc.

Club 21 PROGRAM Grant Application

Proposed Budget to Altrusa International Foundation, Inc.

Name of Applicant Organization: Name of International Project or Camp: Project Year:

Project Income Amount Altrusa International Foundation grant request in this proposal $ Local Altrusa Club contribution to the project $ Other contributors (please list) $ $ $

Total Project Income $

Project Expenses Supplies $ Equipment $ Food $ Clothing $ Educational materials $ Communications $ Postage/Delivery $ Other (please itemize) $

$ $ $

Total Project Expenses $

Budget Narrative/Justification Explain how project costs were estimated. Justify the need for the costs. Be sure to note how Altrusa International Foundation grant dollars will be used.

Attachments Information and printed materials which help to further explain the proposal may be attached.

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Club 21 needs your supportClub 21 is an awesome way for us to donate just $21 each year to the Altrusa Foundation. The money we donate goes into a fund that is distributed back to Altrusa Clubs all over the World for worthy projects. Your dollars are tax deductible if you choose and you can be well assured that your hard-earned money is going to a good cause. AND besides all of that, you get a really cool Club 21 pin to wear. Please consider a contribution. It is not mandatory that you contribute each year, but once you see all of the worthy grants the foundation funds, you will more than likely want to continue. THANK YOU for your consideration in support of this worthy foundation. Debbie Smith will have forms at our conference in May, but I have attached the link to the form if you want to print it and bring it to a meeting with your $21.

https://clubrunner.blob.core.windows.net/00000100997/en-ca/files/homepage/club-21-membership-form/Club-21.pdf

Ruth HeathMarch 11, 1928-November 27, 2019

Montrose lost a pillar of the community on November 27, 2019, when Ruth Heath passed away peacefully at HopeWest Hospice Care Center in Grand Junction. Ruth E. Heath was born in Montrose, Colorado on March 11, 1928. Her parents were John Schleich and Elizabeth (Schaaf) Schleich. She attended elementary school at Oak Grove, Riverside and for a short while in Nebraska. Ruth graduated from Montrose High School in 1947. She married John London from Olathe, Colorado in 1948 and they were blessed with a son, Calvin, in 1950. The marriage ended in divorce and Ruth was a single mom for six years, until she married W. Howard Heath in 1961.

brother, Larry Schleich lives in Grand Junction and Robert’s widow, Irene (George) lives with her son Kenny(Chris) Schleich in Montrose. Ruth is also survived by her son, Calvin (Sharon) London of Olathe, stepson Alan (Judy) Heath of Grand Junction, and stepdaughter Sheri, of Fruita, Colorado. Ruth’s grandsons are Jamison (Jennifer) London, Tyler (Kimberly) London, Aaron Heath(Kassy Xia) and Ryan Schmidt.Surviving grand-daughters are Carrie London, Kim Martin (Jason), and Rene Schmidt. There are three great grandchil-dren and many nieces and nephews. Ruth Heath will long be remembered for her loyalty, generosity, and devotion to friends, fam-ily, and worthy causes. She was the “wind beneath our wings”, a source of inspiration and admiration. Please make donations to HopeWest or The Montrose Historical Society in her honor.

Mrs. Heath worked at Montrose County Abstract for 30 years and was elected as the Montrose County Clerk and Recorder for 20 years. When retired, Ruth volunteered in the gift shop at Montrose Memorial Hospital. She was a lifetime member of Beta Sigma Phi and served as treasurer of United Methodist Women for many years. She had been a member of the MethodistChurch longer than anyone attending there. Ruth was also in Altrusa and Republican Women’s Club. Both she and Howard enjoyed being active in the Uncompahgre Trail Riders and the Montrose Historical Society. She loved canning fresh fruit, baking banana bread, peach cobbler and trying new recipes for guests and hunters at their mountain cabin. Ruth was preceeded in death by her parents, an older brother, Robert, a younger sister, Helen, and her husband of 56 years, Howard. Her younger

There is a new form (PDF fillable) for memorials in Shared Files in the newly created folder for Memorials. Please send completed form and photo to the following: Governor Renée Eaton at [email protected] and International Vice-President, Linda Smith at [email protected] and upload to Memorials folder in District Ten Shared files at bit.ly/DTenShared/Memorials.

Memorial ServicePlease send the name and a brief biography of Altrusa Members who have passed

since our last conference.

Information is Due by April 15Please send the information to Rene’e Eaton at [email protected]

Memorial Form in Shared Files

Altrusa International of Montrose Season’s Reading Holiday Project

We placed book collections boxes at seven locations. We received a message from Habitat for Humanity asking if they may be a collection drop off as well. We wrapped a box and delivered it to Habitat. With that being said, we had eight collection boxes total.

We delivered 100 books for the children of HavenHouse (transitional Housing). We delivered 300 books to PIC Place (low income health care facility). We delivered 1000 - 1100 to Health and Human services to be distributed to lower income families.

We live in a giving community as we actuallycollected around 1100 books from the community and Altrusa supplemented this with 400 books, many of these in Spanish.

Officer’s Monthly ChecklistFebruary - June 2020

FebruaryPRESIDENT

• Report of club Nominating Committee. • Start campaign for Conference attendance. • Watch District literature for due dates for all awards applications, including Mamie L. Bass, Letha H. Brown and Dr. Nina Fay Calhoun award applications. • Observe World Day of Social Justice on February 20th

VICE-PRESIDENT• Same• Begin to research information for the Club Annual Report.

TREASURER• After elections, begin sharing information with the incoming Treasurer.

SECRETARY• Same• Begin preparing records for passing on to the incoming Secretary.• Send the slate of candidates for club office and director positions to the club membership immediately after receipt from the Nominating Committee.

MarchPRESIDENT

• Election of Officers and Directors.• Election of Delegates and Alternates to District Conference by April 1st • Observe International Women’s Day on March 8th • Grant applications are due to the International Foundation by March 15th • Have secretary send list of newly-elected Officers to District Governor within 10 days of election. • Give copy of Incoming President’s Guidelines to newly-elected president. • Start work compiling information for the Club Annual Report (due in June). • Encourage incoming president to select Committee Chairs. • Plan and encourage members to attend District Conference. • Be sure all new officers and chairs have the most recent Altrusa International Resource Guide, Interna-tional and District Ten Bylaws and Policies.• Be sure to give all files and a District Handbook to the incoming President.• Incoming Committee Chairs should plan to meet with outgoing Committee Chairs for committee update. • Follow up on the award entries to be submitted to District. They are due April 1st • ASTRA scholarship applications due by March 15th and end of year reports due by April 1st.

NEWLY ELECTED PRESIDENT• Begin plans for District Conference attendance. • Be sure to obtain from the President all files and a District Handbook.• Initiate contacts between incoming and outgoing Boards. Call a meeting of incoming Board for planning.

VICE-PRESIDENT• Assist new President as needed. Plan on attending District Conference.

NEWLY ELECTED VICE-PRESIDENT• Call a meeting of the newly assigned chairs as soon as the President has completed the assignments.

Officer’s Monthly Checklist February - June 2020NEWLY ELECTED VICE-PRESIDENT

• Call a meeting of the newly assigned chairs as soon as the President has completed the assignments. Encourage chairs to meet with their committees and report back to you.• Coordinate upcoming year with President and offer assistance.• Review last year’s Club Annual Report.

TREASURER & INCOMING TREASURER• Begin sharing information, especially dates and how to follow up on duties.

SECRETARY & INCOMING SECRETARY• Coordinate with incoming and outgoing Boards.• Within 10 days of the election send the names and contact information of the newly elected officers and directors to the District Governor.• Send highlights of minutes to newsletter editor.• Send draft minutes to President.

AprilPRESIDENT

• ASTRA End of Year Club Activity Report due to International by April 1st •nnMembers initiated between April 1st and May 31st pay full-year dues good through June 1st of the following year.• Add an Altrusan Month. • Observe World Health Day on April 7th • Celebrate Altrusa Awareness Day on Altrusa’s birthday on April 11th • At least 60 days prior to International Convention, elect Convention delegates and alternates (odd years) and send delegate list to International Office immediately.• Solicit club contribution to Altrusa International Foundation Endowment Fund.• Meet with incoming and outgoing Board to transfer materials. • Request Officers/Chairs prepare annual reports. • Assist incoming President and Finance Committee with budget. (depending on Club timeline)• Members initiated between April 1st and May 31st pay full-year dues good through June 1st of next year. • Plan installation of new Officers and Directors. • See that all officers fully understand the importance of District Conference.• Meet with committee chairs to complete Club Annual Report which is completed in June according to Altrusa International’s current method.

VICE-PRESIDENT• By April 30th, send list of new Committee Chairs to District Governor.• Assist with Club Annual Report.• Finalize committee assignments• Select auditor with Board approval.

TREASURER• April 1st through May 31st new members pay full dues but gain 2 months. Nothing due again until June of the following calendar year.• When appropriate, obtain bond to become effective June 1st.• Submit Foundation contributions to International.

SECRETARY• Send Delegate/Alternate names to the District Secretary immediately upon election, but no later than 30 days before District Conference.• Send highlights of minutes to newsletter editor and the draft minutes to the President.

Officer’s Monthly Checklist February - June 2020May

PRESIDENT• Preside at annual meeting and installation of Officers. (depending on Club timeline)• New board in charge immediately following installation. • Observe International Day of Families on May 15th • Club Annual Report due in June in accordance with instructions from International.• Community Leadership Award nomination to International Foundation. • Arrange for audit of Treasurer’s Books.• Consult President’s Handbook and share pertinent parts with officers, directors and committee chairs.• Remind officers and committee chairs that annual reports are due.• Ensure entry of new officers, directors and committee chairs on the International website.VICE-PRESIDENT• Work with committee chairs to plan programs for the coming year• Give complete schedule with program title, dates, and speakers’ names to Yearbook Committee.• Put Club Annual Report in the yearbook.TREASURER• Collect all dues. All funds owed must be paid before end of the fiscal year – May 31st.• Prepare annual report by final business meeting in May and close books by May 31st. Deliver books to person designated by the Board to prepare the audit.• Work with new Treasurer and Finance Committee to prepare budget for next year.SECRETARY• District Archives Chair needs pictures and articles about your club for preparation of the District Archives.• Send highlights of minutes to newsletter editor and draft minutes to the President.• Send results of Delegate/Alternate election for the International Convention to the International office in odd years at least 60 days before Convention.

JunePRESIDENT• Read the Club President’s Handbook and Altrusa International Resource Guide and refer to often.• Make sure all Board members have current issue of Altrusa International Resource Guide.• Club’s fiscal year begins June 1st • Present budget at business meeting for adoption (depending on Club’s timetable).• Present club calendar for the year at business meeting. • Begin having committees develop projects. • Develop yearbook with Yearbook Committee.• Publish first newsletter. • Remind treasurer to pay International Convention fee (currently $30 billed with dues when paying online) and District Conference Fee (currently $25) when paying dues to District Treasurer. • Dues must be mailed by June 15th to avoid penalty. Currently, International dues can be paid online.• Discuss proposed Bylaws and Resolution changes and Nominees to be presented at the International Convention (odd years). • At Board Meeting, approve new Bank Signature Authorizations. VICE-PRESIDENT • Finalize program schedule for the year.TREASURER• Club dues are due June 1st. If dues for renewing members are not paid, either online or mailed and postmarked, by June 15th, they are subject to the current late fees each for International and District. Be sure to pay International Convention fee and Conference fee each year with the dues. (See District Policies [Appendix F to District Ten Handbook] for District dues and fees.)• Notify delinquent members by June 15th and notify them that membership is forfeited by July 10th. After July 10th a reinstatement fee applies. • June 1st to November 30th – full dues are in effect.SECRETARY• Send President a draft copy of minutes within a week after each meeting. (Each month)• Send highlights of minutes to web master if requested. (Each month)

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Celebrate the Fruits of Alt usaCheers to the

Future!

Altrusa District Ten ConferencePalisade, Colorado April 30 - May 2

Life tastes better here!Come see what we have in store for you!

FINANCECHAIRBonnie [email protected]

District Ten Chairs

MEMBERSHIPRhonda Johnson [email protected]

FOUNDATIONLIAISONDebbie [email protected]

SERVICE CHAIR Lola [email protected]

ASTRALinda [email protected]

NOMINATING COMMITTEECHAIRMargaret [email protected]

BRR CHAIRVicki [email protected]

COMMUNICATIONSCHAIRJo [email protected]

LEADERSHIP CHAIRPaula Menefeepmenefee.nuanes @gmail.com

NEWSLETTEREDITOR Darralee [email protected]

LRSPRhoda Struhs [email protected]

WEBMASTERBonnie [email protected]

ELECTIONS CHAIR Cheryl Borchardt [email protected]

NEW CLUBBUILDING Rose Price [email protected]

CONFERENCE CHAIR 2020Kristi [email protected]

ARCHIVESJackie Schoonover [email protected]

For more contact information on these, and other District Ten Altrusa members, visit District Shared Files, District Handbook, Appendix D - District Ten Contacts 2019-21

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