February is Love of Reading Month in Tucson, and Altrusa members have been busy spreading the joy of books across our community. From reading to students to supporting local and national literacy initiatives, our members are making a meaningful impact. Bringing Stories to Life in the Classroom Altrusans have been …
On January 15, 2025, Altrusa Tucson members gathered at Marcia Lucas’s home to judge entries for the Young Authors Contest, part of the upcoming Tucson Festival of Books. Surrounded by stacks of imaginative stories and heartfelt poems, our members carefully reviewed over 120 submissions from talented young writers across Southern …
The holiday season is all about giving, and Altrusa Tucson brought that spirit to life at our annual Holiday Wrapping Party. With music, laughter, and plenty of ribbons, members came together to wrap presents for two special causes close to our hearts. This year, we wrapped gifts for a family …
Altrusa International of Tucson is proud to support Libraries for the World, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating libraries and improving literacy in underserved communities across the globe. Our recent contributions have brought joy to children in Guatemala and Uganda, advancing their literacy journeys and providing access to valuable educational …
The Young Authors Contest, sponsored by Altrusa International of Tucson, has once again inspired creativity among Southern Arizona students from Pre-K through 12th grade. The December issue of Bear Essential News featured an article by past winner Alyssa Lemire, who shared her experiences with writing and the contest, encouraging young …
The last day of school for 2024 was a magical one for the preschoolers at Tully Elementary, as Altrusa Tucson members joined in their Winter Celebration. To make the day extra special, each student received a gift—a warm hat tied with a ribbon to a carefully selected preschool book. The …
Author Sheila Hugunin Altrusa Tucson members have been dedicated volunteers at Tully Elementary Magnet School’s library for several years, playing a crucial role in its operation and enhancement. Our members volunteer as librarians in response to school budget constraints. We organized library systems, ensuring that older students have access to …
Altrusa International of Tucson is proud to support I Am You 360, a Tucson-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering underserved youth, particularly those who have aged out of the foster care system. Founded by Desiree Cook, I Am You 360 provides holistic support through innovative programs, including the Small Home Experience, which …
Each month, Altrusa Tucson members join forces with the Days for Girls project, an inspiring Altrusa International initiative aimed at creating reusable feminine sanitary products for individuals in underserved communities worldwide. On one Monday every month, our members and local volunteers come together to sew, assemble, and package these much-needed …
The Young Authors Awards ceremony at the 2024 Tucson Festival of Books was a heartwarming celebration of creativity and talent. Winners from 1st through 12th grade were recognized for their outstanding stories and poems in the main tent near the University of Arizona Student Union. Each winner proudly walked …
