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Optimist Clubs are serious about "Bringing Out the Best in Kids" and do their
part through community service programs. Since each Club is autonomous and run by members in their community, Optimists
have the unique flexibility to serve the youth of their community in any way they see fit. Optimist Clubs see a need
in their community and react to it
An OPTIMIST CLUB is a voluntary organization of civic-minded men and women banded together for progressive
thought and action in community service. Membership, which is by invitation only, is composed of citizens drawn from business,
industry, agriculture and the professions. Members are motivated by the desire to contribute to the community from which they
and their families draw daily benefits. There is no greater opportunity for participation in community affairs and service
than in an Optimist Club.
To develop Optimism as a philosophy of life utilizing the tenets of the Optimist Creed; to promote an active
interest in good government and civic affairs; to inspire respect for the law; to promote patriotism and work for international
accord and friendship among all people; to aid and encourage the development of youth in the belief that the giving of one's
self in service to others will advance the well-being of humankind, community life and the world.
Optimists conduct 65,000 community service projects each year, spending $78
million in their communities. Six million kids are positively affected by Optimist programs.
Please look through our site and the links attached. You will find that Optimists
do much more than walking around smiling all the time. We do have our fun, but our club and optimists everywhere are dedicated
to making a difference in this world. The youths are the future and our whole reason for having an optimist club is to work
with these youths.
If you’re looking for the opportunity to make new friends, experience personal growth and enrichment
through leadership opportunities, and, most of all, the sense of satisfaction derived from helping others, we are the organization
for you.
Much more information is available within this site and the links. If you have a comment or a need for
more specific information visit the Contact Us page. | 
