In this edition of The Governor’s 3 Under 3, Governor Sean Mueller is back with special guest Jan Oord-Graves, Past Michigan District Governor and Optimist International President. Together, they share important news for club leaders and exciting goals for the upcoming year.
New Membership Packets
This year, Optimist International is going paperless with new member packets. Every time a new member joins, they’ll receive a warm welcome through email. The welcome packet includes:
- A New Member Magazine: This magazine features a letter from the Optimist International President and information about opportunities for new members.
- Email Notifications: Both the Club President and Secretary will get an email with important documents attached. These include:
- The Optimist Creed
- The Purposes of the Organization
- The Core Value Statement
- A personalized Member Certificate
Members can also order new member pins directly through Optimist International, with easy access to an order form here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=F9KmLNhq40aygRh7G-lrrIVA94IqVJVOu_iLNprDojFURTVGVUhCN0xWTUtUTzhaWjZINjkyQ1gwRi4u.
Optimist Goals for 2024-2025
President Jan emphasizes the importance of aligning club goals with Optimist International’s objectives. This alignment is key to achieving success. Here are the main focus areas for the upcoming year:
- Growth and Retention: The goal is to achieve a net membership increase of 5%.
- Marketing and Communication: There will be a stronger focus on reaching out to potential members outside the organization.
- Financial Health: Optimist International is committed to maintaining a healthy financial status.
Recognizing Achievements in Childhood Health
A significant milestone was achieved as four Michigan Optimist clubs received the Childhood Health and Wellness Grant from the Optimist International Foundation. This grant supports initiatives aimed at:
- Nutrition
- Mental health
- Physical activity
- Overall wellness
Congratulations to the following clubs for their hard work:
- Optimist Club of Farmington Hills-Breakfast
- Royal Oak Optimist Club
- Optimist Club of Detroit Faith, Hope & Love
- Optimist Club of Southfield-Lathrup Village
Your dedication is making a real difference!
Thank you for joining Governor Sean and President Jan in this update. Your commitment to supporting youth and communities shines through. Remember, staying connected is essential—subscribe to the bi-weekly eblasts and follow them on social media for future updates. Together, we can create a brighter future for our YOUTH, COMMUNITIES, and OURSELVES!
