Altrusa of the Central Coast brings together people of all backgrounds who want to give back in meaningful ways. We focus our energy and compassion on initiatives that enrich lives right here on the Central Coast.
Festival of Trees – Our signature holiday fundraiser
Scholarships – Supporting future leaders and learners
Grants – Funding local nonprofits doing vital work
ASTRA Youth Program – Empowering the next generation
Literacy Projects – Promoting lifelong learning for all ages
We believe that every act of service, big or small, contributes to a stronger, more connected community.
Sponsor decorating days: November 12 - 16 Altrusa will provide a pre-lit tree. Sponsors are asked to spend a minimum of $1,000 on decorations and gifts under the tree.
This year, our club members nominated organizations for our community grants. Congratulations to our winners!
Oasis Center, Friends of the Santa Maria Public Library, Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation, Orcutt Library, Pioneer High School FFA, and Santa Maria High School FFA
Plan to attend a community college, four-year university, or vocational/trade school in California? Applying for an Altrusa Scholarship is easy.
The deadline for application submission is April 16, 2026, at 5pm Pacific.
“I am an Altrusan because giving back and paying it forward are parts of who I am. Being involved keeps me moving forward, as I build friendships and work alongside like-minded, dedicated Altrusans to create meaningful change in… Read More
Melinda Aguirre
“I remain a member of Altrusa of the Central Coast Club because of the lasting relationships, the rewarding teamwork, and the impact we make through events like the Festival of Trees and community giving.”
Noe Mahelona
“Altrusa keeps me engaged and introduced me to my best friends.”
Dea Cunningham
“I joined Altrusa after visiting the Festival of Trees and witnessing the volunteerism and camaraderie of the club members. I have always recognized the importance of literacy, had recently retired, and the club seemed a good fit.”
Bea Goyette
ASTRA
ASTRA
ASTRA is a diverse club for students 12 to 25 years old whose goal is to give back to the community. ASTRA is…
A volunteer organization for young people sponsored by a local Altrusa club
An opportunity to use your time and talent to enrich the lives of others
Working with other local civic and volunteer groups on service projects of lasting benefit
A unique opportunity to form lasting friendships and share ideas, goals, and aspirations with others in your peer group
A growing group in service and stands for Ability, Service, Training, Responsibility, and Achievement
ASTRA motto: Growing in Service
Pioneer Valley High School
The ASTRA Club of Pioneer Valley High School started in 2007 and meets during lunch time. ASTRA is open to any student at PVHS. Projects are done throughout the year which consist of making blankets for a cancer center, book give-aways at the Day of the Dead and Good Samaritan Resource Fair, and volunteering at Altrusa’s biggest fundraiser of the year called Festival of Trees.
Righetti High School
The Righetti ASTRA Club was formed in 2016. ASTRA is a volunteer organization for Righetti students of all grade levels and backgrounds. Their focus is giving back to their community and literacy. They have many projects throughout the year including an Annual Children’s Book Drive, reading at local elementary schools, participating at Ontiveros School’s Kinder County Fair, and volunteering at the Patch, Discovery Museum, and the Altrusa Club’s Festival of Trees. Their favorite project is our monthly Orcutt Library Arts and Crafts!
Allan Hancock College
Members of the ASTRA Club of Allan Hancock College make a positive difference in the world by providing leadership for the care and enrichment of those in need by participating in and organizing various service projects for a better community.
Meetings are on campus the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month at 2:30pm.
Central Coast
Altrusa International of the Central Coast, CA
Serve with heart...Grow through giving
Altrusa of the Central Coast brings together people of all backgrounds who want to give back in meaningful ways. We focus our energy and compassion on initiatives that enrich lives right here on the Central Coast.
We believe that every act of service, big or small, contributes to a stronger, more connected community.
Festival of Trees
Sponsor decorating days: November 12 - 16
2026 Sponsor ContractAltrusa will provide a pre-lit tree. Sponsors are
asked to spend a minimum of $1,000
on decorations and gifts under the tree.
Newsletter
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VIEWCommunity Grant Awards
This year, our club members nominated
organizations for our community grants. Congratulations to our winners!
Oasis Center, Friends of the Santa Maria
Public Library, Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation, Orcutt Library, Pioneer High School FFA,
and Santa Maria High School FFA
Student Scholarship Application
Plan to attend a community college, four-year university, or vocational/trade school in California? Applying for an Altrusa Scholarship is easy.
Download ApplicationThe deadline for application submission is
April 16, 2026, at 5pm Pacific.
Student Scholarship Cover Letter
Looking for information about our student scholarships? Click below to see details about our eligibility requirements and how to apply.
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DOWNLOAD FORMMonthly Meetings
2nd Monday
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 5026
Santa Maria, CA, 93456
WHAT OUR MEMBERS SAY
“I am an Altrusan because giving back and paying it forward are parts of who I am. Being involved keeps me moving forward, as I build friendships and work alongside like-minded, dedicated Altrusans to create meaningful change in… Read More
Melinda Aguirre
“I remain a member of Altrusa of the Central Coast Club because of the lasting relationships, the rewarding teamwork, and the impact we make through events like the Festival of Trees and community giving.”
Noe Mahelona
“Altrusa keeps me engaged and introduced me to my best friends.”
Dea Cunningham
“I joined Altrusa after visiting the Festival of Trees and witnessing the volunteerism and camaraderie of the club members. I have always recognized the importance of literacy, had recently retired, and the club seemed a good fit.”
Bea Goyette
ASTRA
ASTRA
ASTRA is a diverse club for students 12 to 25 years old whose goal is to give back to the community. ASTRA is…
ASTRA motto: Growing in Service
Pioneer Valley High School
The ASTRA Club of Pioneer Valley High School started in 2007 and meets during lunch time. ASTRA is open to any student at PVHS. Projects are done throughout the year which consist of making blankets for a cancer center, book give-aways at the Day of the Dead and Good Samaritan Resource Fair, and volunteering at Altrusa’s biggest fundraiser of the year called Festival of Trees.
Righetti High School
The Righetti ASTRA Club was formed in 2016. ASTRA is a volunteer organization for Righetti students of all grade levels and backgrounds. Their focus is giving back to their community and literacy. They have many projects throughout the year including an Annual Children’s Book Drive, reading at local elementary schools, participating at Ontiveros School’s Kinder County Fair, and volunteering at the Patch, Discovery Museum, and the Altrusa Club’s Festival of Trees. Their favorite project is our monthly Orcutt Library Arts and Crafts!
Allan Hancock College
Members of the ASTRA Club of Allan Hancock College make a positive difference in the world by providing leadership for the care and enrichment of those in need by participating in and organizing various service projects for a better community.
Meetings are on campus the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month at 2:30pm.