Who Are We?  Optimists!

Our Mission Statement:  By providing hope and positive vision, Optimists "bring out the best in kids!"

We have been the 'friend of Twin Ports area youth' since 1947!

We are one of Duluth, Minnesota's oldest community service organizations!

We are your friends, neighbors, community and business leaders!

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What And Why - Community Service!

• Club Events & Projects
• Our Friends & Supporters
• Programs & History
• What's New?
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MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN A CHILD'S LIFE - JOIN US!

Learn more about how to make a difference and what it means to be an Optimist - become a member!

'CAPS FOR KIDS' - WARMING LITTLE HEADS

Have you ever wondered where those tiny little knit hats for newborns come from?  Learn more!

OPTIMIST INT'L. CHILDHOOD CANCER CAMPAIGN

Learn more about our local efforts in this collaborative program to fight childhood cancer!

FEEDING AMERICA - YOUR LOCAL FOOD BANK

We work to support the MAC & NAPS programs, helping area kids, moms & seniors meet their nutritional needs!

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Community News & Information!

SPRING FUNDRAISER A GREAT SUCCESS!

Thank you to all our community friends who helped make our annual spring fundraiser a big success by buying a hanging basket or patio planter!  Your support is vital to our mission of "bringing out the best in kids!"  You can look forward to delivery of your plant soon, sometime during the week of May 21st!

RECYCLE YOUR ALUMINUM CANS - HELP US HELP THE KIDS!

Bring your cans to our recycling trailer located at Faith Lutheran Church!

MARCH INTO MENTORING!

Make a difference in a child's life - be a Mentor!  Learn more here!

LIFE HOUSE CELEBRATION OF SUCCESS - MAY 17TH!

The Life House teen center will be celebrating youth and their accomplishments!  Learn more about the important work they do!  And if you'd like to help, check out their "Wish List!"

WE NEED SPEAKERS & PROGRAMS!

Please contact us if you'd like to speak at one of our weekly meetings!

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