Optimist International 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
05/29/2026
We are grateful to the North Metro Marching Eagles for helping out and participating with this past Christmas parade. We learned more about their processes and obligations this morning and helped out this organization with a small contribution. Thanks again Marching Eagles!
05/29/2026
We had some special guests today at our meeting. More photos to follow.
05/01/2026
We had a great celebration of selected Cherokee students on April 17th. Very impressive young students. Dana Martin gave some insightful experiences in leadership in Civic Services. Great time spent!
04/24/2026
Music Bingo at The Hollar!!
04/17/2026
We had an inspiring Youth Appreciation Breakfast this morning with 42 students from 21 kids. This was our 33rd year, and it was the biggest with some amazingly impressive kids. Look for more photos here soon.
04/06/2026
We had the honor of presenting Mrs. Sue Keppel Friday morning with the Distinguished Secretary Award for this past year’s service in our Canton Optimist Club. Great job Sue!
04/03/2026
I want to thank the Canton Optimist Club for their generous donation to my Easter Basket Toy Drive. This year I was able to donate 50 bags to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, and 44 bags to The Ronald McDonald House. These bags will help bring joy to many children. I am so glad I can give back to the community. Thank you Canton Optimist club!
04/03/2026
Northside Cherokee Boulevard was cleared of trash by this dedicated group of Optimists on March 21.
03/30/2026
Greg Hendrix from the Canton Shriners presented the Canton Optimists with a Silver Sponsor plaque Friday for our supporting the Shriners’ Circus. We also appreciate the education Ann Gazell gave us on the Holly Springs Police Foundation.