Can you believe we are almost halfway through this Optimist year? As Optimists, we can interpret that as — we have over 6 months left to achieve our goals! I am here to cheer for your Club’s success!
Upcoming OIF Club Grant Application Deadline, March 21 — Any adult club served by OIF is eligible to apply for a grant for a NEW project. The requested amount can range between $250- $1,000. The project must start and finish between April 2025 and March 2026. Application and information:https://www.oifoundation.org
The SS Optimism Cruise, our 2024-25 Growth Incentive — Clubs can opt-in at anytime! Please share with your club leaders. To Opt-In: https://forms.office.com/r/hFR8hXT0qh
REQUIRED — Optimist Institute Club Officer Training — The 2024-25 Officer Training modules will close on March 31; they will not be available beyond that date. Completion of the officer training modules are one of the requirements for Club and District recognition. Make sure that your club officers have completed their respective training.
Oratorical Contest — “How Optimism has guided me through trying times” is the topic for this year’s contest. Clubs must hold a contest prior to their District Contest. All District winners must be submitted to OI not later than May 15, 2025. Club Oratorical Planning Guide: https://www.optimist.org/documents/2025/programs/24-25_Oratorical_Club_Planning_Guide.pdf
