Social 6 May 2026

Altrusa honors patriotism through award-winning service project

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Pictured is Barbara Yochum with the flag award and certificate. She, along with fellow members Linda Penn, Karyn Evans, Janet Butler, Debbie Boester and Diane Jolitz serve on the club’s Awards and Grants Committee. This group is responsible for preparing and submitting applications for recognition of the club’s outstanding service work.

By Connie Williams
Altrusa International of Highland County

Altrusa International of Highland County continues to make a meaningful impact in the community through its many literacy initiatives, while also promoting the values of patriotism.

Club members have supported a variety of patriotic efforts, including filling stockings for veterans, sending cards and gifts to active-duty military families during the Christmas season, and most recently assisting Georgetown Veterans Home with their Book Battalion project.

The Book Battalion project earned first place-recognition at the recent District Five Altrusa Conference. In addition, the project was honored with the Dayton Clara Weisenborn Patriotism Award, which is presented annually to a club whose service project or educational activity best exemplifies the Altrusa ideal of patriotism. 

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