Purposes of Optimist InternationalTo develop optimism as a philosophy of life utilizing the tenets of the Optimist Creed; to promote an active interest in good government and civic affairs; to inspire respect for the law; to promote patriotism and work for international accord and friendship among all people; to aid and encourage the development of youth, in the belief that the giving of one’s self in service to others will advance the well-being of humankind, community life and the world.
Canadian Children's Optimist FoundationFounded in 1988, the Canadian Children's Optimist Foundation is a Canadian charity recognized by the Canada Revenue Agency. For the foundation, the 2010-2011 Optimist year is a hinge since it officially took the reins of its destiny. Showing its independence in relation to the American Foundation, the vast majority of administrative activities are now managed from the office of Optimist International Canada in Montreal, QC Canada.
JOOI ClubsYouth Clubs, known as JOOI clubs are sponsored by the adult Optimist clubs. They have an independent structure from the Optimist club, inthat they make their own decisions and have their own board of directors. They also have separate programs, and the newsletter The Torch is entirely designed for them.
Optimist ProgramsOptimist International is recognized for its quality programs, including its public speaking contest, essay writing, and communication for the hearing impaired competitions. These scholarships offer young people the opportunity to measure up to themselves while allowing them to pursue postsecondary education.
CreedPromise Yourself
To be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind.
To talk health, happiness and prosperity to every person you meet.
To make all your friends feel that there is something in them.
To look at the sunny side of everything and make your optimism come true.
To think only of the best, to work only for the best, and to expect only the best.
VisionOptimist International will be recognized worldwide as the premier volunteer organization that values all children and helps them to develop to their full potential.
Our Optimist ClubOur Optimist Club is composed of dynamic, motivated individuals who use their life skills to benefit their community’s needs, especially the needs of our youth. As creative people, we constantly seek innovative ways to help our neighbors.
Our club enjoys autonomy, elects its Board of Directors and therefore has the opportunity to take the necessary decisions concerning arising issues. This authority also allows us to create and implement programs specific to the needs of youth in our community. We are then able to organize fundraisers that will help the community’s youth.
We meet at Caledon Village Plaace the 2nd adn 4th Tuesday of each month from September to June.
We gather beween 6:30 adn 7:00pm for fellowship. Our meetings begin at 7:00 with Thanks and Acknowledgements.
We then share catered meal which costs $12.00. During the meal we have a 'Fines Session\" with good natured fun.
Following our dinner we normally have guest speaker who can enlighten un on current events and hobbies.
Some of our recent speakers have included topics on:
-Cancer Awareness
-Police Services for Youth
-Genealogy
-World Vision
-Will Writing
-Relay for Life
-Personality Colours
-Internet Safety
Club Meetings
Location : Caledon Village Library, Highway 10 Days : Tuesday Frequency : Alternate Weekly MEETING DETAILS
2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 7 p.m.
WHAT WE DO
In our first twenty five years we have organized and run the following activities from time to time as resources and the interests of our members have permitted.
-Bicycle Rodeos
-Child Identification Programs
-Anti-Drug Programs
-Child Cancer Awareness Programs
-Easter Sunrise Services
-Essay Contests
-Oratorical Contests
-Halloween Pumpkin Carving
-Halloween Haunted Hall
-Fall Fair Floats
-Children's games at the Fair
-Alton Birthday Games
-Jack Rabbit Ski School
-Safe Driving Programs
-Jr. World of Golf School/Tournament
WHO WE HAVE SUPPORTED FINANCIALLY
-Teen Ranch
-Minor Soccer, Hockey and Softball
-Caledon Central Public School
-Mayfield Secondary School Sports
-Caledon Community Services
-Confidential Special Needs Cases
-Peel Literacy
-Individual Scholastic/Athletic Pursuits
-Optimist International Foundation Programs
-Youth Leadership Programs
-Financial Aid to post-secondary School Students
MEMBERS
Paul Reader - President
Ted Simmonds - Secretary
Sue Montgomery - Treasurer
Doug Beffort
Bruce Craggs
Hillary Craggs
Virginia Dilauro
Janet Haertel
Jake Haines
Cindy Krska
Wayne Livingston
David Lambert
Pat Maccallum
David Russell
Friends of Optimists:
Stephanie Edmond
Diane Aitchison
Rodney Aitchison
Lynn Bristol
Pam Mauti
Bill Newhook
Louis Veenstra
Debbie Walmsley
OUR MEMBER COSTS
Annual Dues of $100.00
Meeting expenses include $12.00 for dinner.
Dues go to pay International and District Dues and Services and to the Internal Club Operation.
HOW WE FINACE THE CLUB
In order to finance our activities we engage in a variety of fundraising activities. In the past these have included:
- Raffles
- Fall Colour Water Sales
- Nevada Lottery License
- Murder Mystery Dinner
- Parking Services
- M & M Meat Sales
- Corporate Sponsorships
- Toll Roads
ALL MONIES RECEIVED BY FUND RAISING REMAIN IN THE COMMUNITY!