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“Choose Optimism”

Our Children.

Our Community.

Our Future.

What is an Optimist? Well, simply put, optimists rescue pessimists. Optimism enhances our health, the health of our communities, and the well-being of all. Through community service projects, optimists work to bring out the best in youth, in themselves and in their communities. They are organized into “clubs” that have gatherings. They make plans in order to meet the the needs of their community. Each club is autonomous and is run by their own members. They have the flexibility to serve the youth of their area in any way they see fit. Optimists see a need and react to it!

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OptiViews 2024-25 Q3 is Available

OptiViews 2024-25 Q3 is Available

Dear Michigan Optimists, As we step into the Quarter 3, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible success of our Winter District Zoom Gathering in Quarter 2. Over 70 Optimists registered for the event, and we had a...

Michigan District Membership Rebate Incentive Program

Michigan District Membership Rebate Incentive Program

Pilot Program – 3rd Quarter ONLY (April 1 – June 30, 2025) The Michigan District is thrilled to introduce an exclusive Membership Rebate Incentive Program designed to help clubs grow and thrive! This limited-time pilot program provides a unique opportunity for clubs...

Nominations Open for 2025 Hall of Fame

Nominations Open for 2025 Hall of Fame

The District Hall of Fame was established to reward good and effective leadership and to motivate good leaders to continue in a leadership capacity within the District of Optimist International.

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Be an Optimist Volunteer

Bring out the best in …

Youth:

We offer a variety of programs including Junior Optimists Clubs, Junior Golf, Scholarship Contests – to name a few!

Yourself:

Engage in leadership, fellowship, training, events and discover a sense of belonging.

Community:

Organize service projects to meet the needs in your area for local schools, parks, hospitals…making the future brighter for our kids!

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The Michigan District is interested in hearing from you. Whether you’re a parent of a student, a teacher, a youth volunteer or even an Optimist looking for more information, please use the form below and someone from the Michigan District Optimists will contact you. Be as concise as possible in the Message area.

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