COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) – In a heartfelt celebration of community and education, Altrusa International of Branch County proudly dedicated a new statue to the City of Coldwater this week, honoring the organization’s long-standing commitment to literacy and lifelong learning.
The dedication ceremony, held at the Four Corners Park, brought together community members, city officials, local educators, and members of the Branch County Altrusa chapter to unveil the inspiring statue—a symbolic tribute to the power of reading and the transformative impact of literacy.
Crafted by Randolph Sculptures, the bronze statue features two children sitting on a bench with book legs while they enjoy reading. They are hopeful the design will inspire generations of readers and learners to come. This statute is a reminder of our shared responsibility to empower children and adults alike through literacy, and a small part of Altrus’s ongoing mission to serve and uplift the community that they are part of.
The dedication is part of Altrusa’s broader community initiatives, which include book drives, reading programs, community outreach programs such as Happy Feet, Teen Share and the newest story walk that was unveiled at Water Works Park. The statue is not only a gift to the city, but a public symbol of
the organization’s enduring belief that literacy is the foundation of opportunity and empowerment.
For more information about Altrusa International of Branch County and its community programs, visit
altrusabranchcounty.com
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