“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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The Governor’s 3 Under 3 – April 15, 2025
Welcome back to another edition of The Governor’s 3 Under 3, where we cover three key updates in under three minutes. There’s a lot to look forward to this quarter—let’s dive in!
Celebrating Excellence: Michigan District Essay 2025 Contest Winners Announced
The Michigan District is proud to announce the winners of this year’s Optimist International District Essay Contest, a long-standing tradition that gives youth a platform to express themselves, share their ideas, and build confidence through the written word. This...
Celebrate Service: April is Global Volunteer Month & National Volunteer Week is April 20–26
April is here, and with it comes an exciting opportunity to shine a spotlight on the spirit of service that fuels our mission. This month marks Global Volunteer Month, and from April 20–26, we observe National Volunteer Week — so mark your calendars and get ready to...
Roseville Optimist Club Hosts 32nd Annual Spaghetti Dinner to Support Kids’ Camp
The Roseville Optimist Club is proud to announce its 32nd Annual Spaghetti Dinner, a cherished community event aimed at raising funds to send special needs children to camp. This year’s event, hosted by Darlene Steenland and Cathy Surhigh, will take place on Thursday,...
Join the Breakfast Optimist Club of Waterford’s 48th Annual Carless Raffle: A Secret Agent Soiree!
The Breakfast Optimist Club of Waterford is thrilled to present the 48th Annual Carless Raffle, an exciting evening of mystery, fun, and big winnings! This year’s theme, Secret Agent Soiree, promises a night of intrigue, stylish suits, and thrilling games—all while...
Join Us for the Annual JOI Michigan District Summit!
Mark your calendars! Our highly anticipated JOI Michigan District Summit is happening soon, and you won't want to miss it. This event is packed with exciting activities, elections, and opportunities to connect with fellow club members. Event Details: Date & Time:...
Save the Date: Battle Creek Optimists Excellence in Art Competition – April 25, 2025!
The Battle Creek Optimist Club is thrilled that we can once again offer the Optimist Excellence in Art Competition. This stellar opportunity is for school-aged children in our community to demonstrate their artistic skills through our Optimist Excellence in Art...
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...
The Governor’s 3 Under 3 – April 1, 2025
Welcome back, Michigan Optimists, to another edition of The Governor’s 3 Under 3, where we cover three important topics in under three minutes! Let’s get started.
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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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