Altrusa International of Sikeston recently donated $2,000 to the House of Refuge. The purpose of Altrusa International Inc. is to promote better communities through service by an international network of people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Pictured from left, are Margaret Anderson of Altrusa; Siera Houston-Weakley, volunteer coordinator for the House of Refuge; Jill Brown, shelter manager; and Mary Crader and Melissa Eakins, both with Altrusa.