Different Memberships for Individuals and Communities
Optimist International offers several membership options, making it easy for anyone interested in supporting our mission to help youth select the membership that's right for them. Most will join as a club member intially, and often upgrade into a Life Member later. Professional who don't have a local club, or less time to participate at the club level, often join as a Friend of Optimists.
For more complete information, brochures, and application form, see the summaries below or visit OI Membership Types directly.
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Club Member
As a member of an Optimist Club, individuals have the opportunity to ‘Bring Out the Best in Kids’ and ‘Everyone’ along with other like-minded individuals. Each member can help youth in their local community by supporting local service projects. Club members pay Optimist International and SWIS District dues. See the Member Brochure for more information. For a membership application, click here.
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Life Member
An honor bestowed by a Club on an Optimist who has shown years of dedication to the club and organization. Optimists can also enroll themselves in Life Membership. A one-time fee is paid and the Optimist pays lower dues for life. See the Life Member Application for additional information.
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Friend of Optimists
Individuals can show their support by becoming a Friends of Optimists. This business or person may be someone who does not have an Optimist Club in their area or they may not have time to dedicate to a local Optimist Club. Optimists Clubs can also bestow a Friend of Optimists membership on a community member who has shown great support for the club. To learn more information and/or apply, see the Friend of Optimists Brochure. To apply on-line, click here.
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