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The Governor’s 3 Under 3 – Farewell Address
Welcome to the final chapter of the Governor’s 3 Under 3 series, where throughout the year I’ve shared three key topics in under three minutes. Today, as I conclude this series and my term as Governor, I want to speak from the heart…
The Future of the Michigan District Optimists is in your hands!
Clubs and members have a voice in the future of the Michigan District. Our Long-Range Plan outlines the Critical Goals and Strategies that will shape our...
Brighton Optimist Euchre Supports Lakes Elementary PTO
The Brighton Optimist Club is proud to announce a donation of $472 to Lakes Elementary PTO, raised during the August 11th Charity Euchre Night fundraiser at...
The Governor’s 3 Under 3 – August 19, 2025
Hello, my fellow Michigan Optimists! Welcome back to another edition of the Governor’s 3 Under 3, where Governor Sean Mueller will share three important updates in under three minutes. Let’s dive right in!
The Governor’s 3 Under 3 – August 5, 2025
Hello, Michigan Optimists! We’re back with another edition of the Governor’s 3 Under 3—three important updates delivered in under three minutes. Let’s dive in!
Honor the Memory of Maggie Rollinger with a Meaningful Gift
We invite you to honor the life and legacy of Maggie Rollinger through a donation that will carry her spirit forward in meaningful ways. Maggie's passion for...
The Governor’s 3 Under 3 – July 22, 2025
Hello, Michigan Optimists! Welcome back to another edition of the Governor’s 3 Under 3, where Governor Sean Mueller will cover three important updates in under three minutes. Let’s dive into this week’s highlights…
JOIful Giving Socks Arrive In Michigan At the Summer Summit
The Optimist International Foundation’s JOIful Giving socks will arrive at the Michigan District’s Summer Summit in Holland, MI. A donation of $25.00 per pair...
Proposed District Policy Changes Presented – Member Input Meeting Scheduled
Hey Michigan Optimists! Take a few minutes today to review the Proposed 25-26 District Policy Changes — these updates help us grow stronger, stay...
OptiViews 2024-25 Q4 is Available
As we close out the third quarter of the 2024–2025 Optimist year, we are proud to reflect on the incredible work we’ve done...
The Governor’s 3 Under 3 – July 8, 2025
Welcome back, Michigan Optimists! In this edition of 3 Under 3, Governor Sean Mueller covers three important updates—all in under three minutes. Hit that play button and stay in the loop!
The Governor’s 3 Under 3 – June 24, 2025
Hello, fellow Michigan Optimists! Welcome back to another edition of the Governor’s 3 Under 3, where Governor Sean Mueller will share three important updates in under three minutes. Let’s get right to it…