The Junior Optimists of the Michigan District of Optimists International serve as a vibrant platform for youth to cultivate kindness, leadership, and community spirit, forging strong connections while empowering the next generation to make a positive impact.
Through engaging activities, service projects, and personal development opportunities, these young leaders learn the values of optimism and service, enabling them to become compassionate global citizens who inspire change and uplift those around them.
Together, they not only embrace the mission of creating a brighter future but also foster lasting friendships that celebrate the joy of giving back and making a difference in their communities.
Junior Optimist News
JOI Michigan District Convention 2021
Dear fellow JOI members, This upcoming weekend, you are invited to share an opportunity to meet and join other Junior Optimist members throughout our JOI Michigan District, via Google Meet. Here we will meet and see what other Junior Optimists around our great...
House the Homeless Week and Beyond
For many years since 2007 the Making A Difference JOI Club of Southfield and Lathrup Village, MI has supported the Tony Crosby - House the Homeless Week at Hope United Methodist Church. Over the years, JOI members have assisted the Missions Ministry of Hope UMC get...
Bob Schiller Writes in The Torch
When was the last time your Club conducted a “Game Changer” project? Before you answer, let me provide a definition that is offered by a Foundation that is looking for youth directed projects. “Game changing” is defined as events or ideas that affect a significant...
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MIJOI is thrilled to announce our upcoming Zoom Gathering! We invite all Junior Optimist Clubs across Michigan to join us. This event will allow optimists to connect with other members, share ideas, and find inspiration for their next service project!
If you plan on attending, please RSVP by February 7th so we can plan accordingly!
RSVP: scan the QR code or use the link provided! 🔗
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSczrA6llJ_RGjbTQVVcIEHAsq7n3kBkhnyt4aewpj5WtUc-Rw/viewform?usp=dialog
Any questions should we directed to our leadership board! Contact info is all on our website!
#mijoi #joi #junioroptimistinternational #michigan
As the 2025 season has come to an end, we’ve wrapped up JOI’s Warm clothing drive! We’ve collected many clothes and all of our donations have been dropped off at the @oakland_county_foster_closet ! Thank you to everyone who contributed to our efforts!
Happy new year optimists! 💙✨
#junioroptimist #junioroptimistinternational
Warm clothing drive @ Farmington High school! Running from December 8th to the 19th.
@ Farmington, drop off box will be in the 100 hallway near the art rooms
Collection will go to Oakland Foster Closet!
#Joi #junioroptimist #farmingtonhills
Thank you to all our optimists who attended the Holly days Parade!! It was such a fun experience for everyone!💙💛#holidays #hollydaysparade #JOI #Junioroptimists
Happy Holidays Optimists!✨
Become a Junior Optimist by joining or starting a club at your school! #joi #junioroptimistinternational #michiganjoi #junioroptimist
Come join our first state gathering of the year on October 18th! The will be an entry fee of $5, please RSVP!
RSVP form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJsucxeo2n2Mbnm6xxEvs9qiqE461FaCToDgeup6i_4ifZhg/viewform
#JOI #MIJOI #junioroptimistinternational #michigan
|| Stay tuned for our updates for future events and gatherings!! || 🩵 || #joi #junioroptimistinternational #michiganjoi
Meet this year’s State board members! 💙 Ready to lead another strong year through optimism 💞💪 #JOI #junioroptimistinternational #junioroptimist #michiganjoi
2025 – 2026 JOI Leadership Team
Governor - Vaibhav Dhiman
North Farmington Junior Optimist Club
Secretary - Mrudhula Kannan
Farmington Junior Optimist Club
Lieutenant Governor - Aarya Agrawal
North Farmington Junior Optimist Club
Lieutenant Governor - Mariam Dukhan
Farmington Junior Optimist Club
Lieutenant Governor - Safia Jallow
Farmington Junior Optimist Club
Lieutenant Governor - Isabela Pinheiro
Farmington Junior Optimist Club
Lieutenant Governor - Gavin Wilde
North Farmington Junior Optimist Club
Learn more about the Junior Optimists and get involved!
Complete the form below to contact the JOI leadership.
Vaibhav Dhiman
Governor
Tom Neal
Junior Optimists Co-Chair