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Happy Optimist New Year

Happy Optimist New Year

10/01/2026

Optimist New YearDownload

2026–27 GOVERNOR

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Optimist Institute

District Events Calendar

Iowa District Membership Growth Incentives 2026 - 2027

CHAP 2026–2027 — Clarification Pending

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2025-2026 Iowa District Policies

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2026–27 Expense Voucher (PDF)

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Upcoming Events

Feb 4
All day

Celebrate Optimist Day!

Feb 27
All day

2027 Second Quarter Iowa District Optimist Conference

Mar 2
All day

Read Across America Day

Apr 23
04/23/2027 - 04/24/2027

2027 Third Quarter Iowa District Optimist Conference

Jul 6
07/06/2027 - 07/09/2027

2027 Optimist International Convention

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Optimist Creed In Multiple Languages

https://youtu.be/CT27mqosTqc

Promise Yourself… To wear a cheerful countenance at all times and give every living creature you meet a smile.

Mission

By providing hope and positive vision, Optimists bring out the best in youth, our communities, and ourselves.

Optimist Programs

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