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Scholarships

2025-2026 Scholarship Flyer

Essay Contest

Oratorical Contest

Communications Contest for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

2025-26 Governor

Send a message to Governor Jane

Optimist Institute

District Events Calendar (email Zeke to add club events)

Iowa District Membership Growth Incentives 2025 - 2026

OI Club Recognition 2025-2026

2025-2026 Scholarship Information

District Team

Team Roster – Now found under the Members Only section under resources (Email Zeke for the password).

Expense Voucher Download

Club Officer’s Toolbox

World Optimists

International Clubs

Upcoming Events

Apr 17
April 17 - April 18

25-26 Iowa District – 3rd Quarter Conference – Amana, IA

Aug 28
August 28 - August 30

25-26 Iowa District – District Convention – Dubuque, IA

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Optimist Creed In Multiple Languages

https://youtu.be/CT27mqosTqc

Promise Yourself… To be just as enthusiastic about the success of others as you are about your own.

Mission

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

Optimist Programs

  • Optimist International
  • Optimist Leaders
  • OI Foundation

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