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Meet the OIF Board candidates

The Optimist International Foundation is proud to announce the candidates for the Board of Directors position. Click the links or watch the videos below to learn more about the candidates.

The Election will be held Feb. 1 to Feb. 28, 2026. Votes will be cast online at www.oifoundation.org. Eligible voters are all 2024-25 Dime A Day donors to OIF. Plus, the CFRs of Clubs that reached the 365 level during the 2024-25 year.  Results of the election will be made available once the OIF Board certifies the election results the first week of March, and the elected individual will begin a four-year term beginning October 1, 2026, serving as President of OIF in their fourth year. 

Sandi Cox, WMO

Les Lowery, Louisiana

Jim Oliver, PSW

Leadership Development Webinar

Age Is Nothing But a Number: Understanding Generational Difference and Making It Work!

When: Monday, Feb. 9, at 7 p.m. CST

Have you ever wondered why different generations just work so differently? Join us for an exciting, interactive, and informative session exploring what makes each generation tick and how best to bring them together for great outstanding change! We will also look at the defining diversity, equity, equality, and justice through the giving tree.

Sponsored by the Leadership Development Committee

Registration Link: https://optimist-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/FyfOubCgSoqJzAJrJAX3jQ