A Brief History of Altrusa DFW

Altrusa International was founded in 1917 in Nashville, as a service organization and "builder of women," with a basis parallel to Rotary Club for men. The name was a combination of "Altruism'' and "USA." Since then, Altrusa Clubs have expanded internationally and have also invited men to become members.

Altrusa DFW was established in 2002 as an offshoot of the Downtown Dallas Club. We are proud of how quickly we became a strong and well-known part of the communities between Dallas and Fort Worth, with our many worthwhile service projects. In addition, we enjoy a strong camaraderie among our members and enjoy many social opportunities throughout the year.

We refer to ourselves as “SMALL BUT MIGHTY,” in that with only about 25 members, we touch the lives of over 14,000 each year.

  • Altrusa International of DFW, Inc. is a diverse group of highly skilled individuals united by a strong commitment to service and bettering our communities.

  • Altrusa International of DFW, Inc. promotes personal growth, professional leadership, and supportive friendships through hands-on community service.

  • Our club emphasizes community service in an atmosphere of warmth and camaraderie, and places special emphasis on promoting the value of service to those in need in our community.