New-Member Initiation of the Month: Mamie L. Bass

Here is a new-member initiation ceremony you can adapt for use in your own club!

MEMBERSHIP DEVELOPMENT CHAIR: I am pleased to ask _________________________ and her (their) sponsor(s) to come forward.  
Membership in Altrusa is unique. Membership is extended to achievers in many  different fields, people who have in common, besides success, a strong sense of responsibility toward the human family. 
Altrusa coordinates leadership talents and amplifies individual efforts into a significant volunteer force to improve the quality of life. Altrusa asks that you give of yourself. In the worlds of our first National President, Mamie L. Bass: 
“Altrusa believes it is not enough to be good, Altrusans must be good for something. Each member must be doing the piece of work that is hers in a way that puts her in the front ranks of accomplishment."
As a member you don’t just join Altrusa, you become an ALTRUSAN… for it is a way of life. 
You have been asked to become an  Altrusan, and you have responded to that invitation. 
[[ list new initiate(s) name(s) ]], will you  accept the obligations and rewards of  membership in Altrusa by saying, “I will”?  Wait for response. 
Congratulations! You are now an Altrusan. 
Your sponsor will present you with your  pin and your co-sponsor will present your membership kit. 
We are very fortunate to have you as a  member of Altrusa International of ______________. 
Madam President, it is my pleasure to  present to you our newest member(s),  list new initiate(s) name(s) . 
PRESIDENT: [welcomes new member(s) and presents her(them) with a rose.]