May 23, 2010

Three Optimist Clubs to serve you

Here's an idea for your community: why not have an Optimist Club that meets every day of the week?  The Optimist Club of Racine, Wisconsin is well on their way to making Optimism a daily reality.

The city boasts nearly 200,000 residents and three Optimist Clubs.  First came the Wednesday Optimist Club of Racine. The members of the Wednesday Optimist Club helped start the Tuesday Optimist Club who then fostered the Friday Optimist Club.

Each club has their own projects, leadership and identity, but they can be seen working together especially on Optimist International programs like the Optimist Essay and Oratorical Contests and the Youth Tri Star Basketball program and the community skateboard park.

According to 10-year member Deb Pitsch, " Interacting with the kids lets them know there is a face behind the name, and that there are people who care."

Working hand in hand with the community, the club members enjoy seeing the faces of parents as their children are honored or as they receive scholarships.  They are especially moved by watching students progress all the way through college.    


The Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday Optimist Clubs of Racine welcome new members.  Find out more, including how to visit and join here.  

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