Optimist International is an association of more than 2,900 Optimist Clubs around the world dedicated to "Bringing Out the Best in Kids." Adult volunteers join Optimist Clubs to conduct positive service projects in their communities aimed at providing a helping hand to youth. With their upbeat attitude, Optimist Club members help empower young people to be the best that they can be.

Each Optimist Club determines the needs of the young people in its community and conducts programs to meet those needs. Every year, Optimists conduct 65,000 service projects and serve well over six million young people.

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Rebecca Butler Mona

Megha G.

Jo-Anne Pelzer

Terry Corle

Joyce Mullins

Bill Stone

Cathy Hicks

Patsy Garner

Kelli Excell

Jeffrey Otterman

Jim Boyd

Tom Carver

Michael Boles

Jason Cook

The Leadership Team at Optimist International is responsible for setting the strategic direction, overseeing the financial health, and providing regional and chapter-level guidance to ensure effective service projects and programs. This team of executives and regional leaders collaborates to address the specific needs of young people in communities worldwide, ensuring the organization's mission of "Bringing Out the Best in Kids" is upheld and impactful.

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