The Altrusa International of Columbus, Ohio, Foundation was established in 2006 as a subsidiary of the Altrusa International Foundation. The mission of the Foundation is to improve the economic well-being and quality of life in our local and global communities through a commitment to community service, literacy and education. The Foundation serves as the funding arm of Altrusa of Columbus.

The Foundation currently finances these projects and grants through annual fundraising events conducted by the Columbus club on behalf of the Foundation. Additionally, the Foundation has received bequests in honor of former members including Dorothy Scrivener and Claudia Speakman.

Foundation Officers 2024-25

President: Bridget McDaniel
Secretary: Courtney Kallergis
Treasurer: Jackie Nielson
Directors: Pam Jax, Patty Callahan

Contributing to the Foundation

The Foundation is a 501(c)(3) corporation. As such, contributions, gifts and purchases made for community projects may be tax-exempt. Consult your tax advisor. To contribute to the Foundation, click here.

2023-2024 Altrusa of Columbus, Ohio Grant Awardees

$3,000 Grants

Columbus Literacy Council

Medicine for Mali

Columbus Metropolitan Library Foundation

Aging Solutions of COAAA

Easterseals of Central and Southeast Ohio

Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Ohio

$1,000 Grants

Star House

Days for Girls