Mission and Goals Statement

A Message from Governor Sandi

Hi Everyone,

It’s Convention time! And once again we will experience the hospitality of Terre Haute. The Crossroads of American has always been a favorite site for Indiana South Meetings, where if you listen quietly you can almost hear those famous words that remind each of us of the historic “Banks of the Wabash.” It promises to be a busy weekend that will include some Convention firsts…a Brickyard BBQ on Friday night followed by the District’s very first Euchre Tournament.

And, of course, we’ll have all of the Convention favorites…the Old Timers/New timers Breakfast, University of Optimism, and Optimism Works Information Tables. Also, I’ve heard that the OI Auction will not be silent this year; oh, and don’t forget to bring your earned Opti-Bucks for Membership Chair Cheryl’s auction. Then on a sad note, it has come to my attention that the ISD Rockets are looking at their swan song. Seems some are actually considering retirement??? You won’t want to miss this farewell performance.

As always, we’ll close out the Convention on Sunday morning with both a Catholic Mass and a Protestant service and the Memorial Service to recognize our members we have lost during the year. Have I said enough to whet your appetite? Then do it now…send in your reservation. (Click here for more from Governor Sandi...)

This will be my last opportunity as your Governor to ask you to rededicate yourself to being a friend of youth as you continue to “Give of Yourself…for the Kids.” See You in Terre Haute!!

Thank you for giving us opportunity to "Give of Ourselves...for the Kids."

Governor Sandi .

Please Note: The Leadership Hotline is available through the Hotline page of the Optimist International website ..just click on the link under "Current Edition."

International Convention Information is now available....see the News section today!

Have a fund raising idea or need a fund raising idea? Share your ideas with your fellow clubs! Past Governer Rich Slayton has gotten the ball rolling with his clubs posting:

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Our Mission

Purposes of Optimist

To develop optimism as a philosophy of life;

To promote an active interest in good government and civic affairs;

To inspire respect for 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 man, his community, and the world.

The OPTIMIST CREED

Promise 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.
	To be just as enthusiastic about the success of others as you are about your own.
	To forget the mistakes of the past and press on to the greater achievements of the future.
	To wear a cheerful countenance at all times and give every living creature you meet a smile.
	To give so much time to the improvement of yourself that you have no time to criticize others.
	To be too large for worry, too noble for anger, too strong for fear, and too happy to permit the presence of trouble.

Optimist International