North Augusta Optimist Club

Members of the NA Optimist Club have been active in the North Augusta community for almost 60 years. Through these past six decades, thousands of young people have been served through a variety of athletic, civic and educational projects and community activities.

Have you been a participant in or recipient of an Optimist Club project? Do you want to join the legacy that the NA Optimist Club is leaving for the young people of our community? We will be at the NA YMCA Community Block party this Sat., June 6th and will hold our annual summer picnic in early June. If you’re interested in learning more about our club and meeting our members, we’d love to have you join us at one if these upcoming events. Message us for more details.

Build something bigger than you by volunteering. Create a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today and changes lives for tomorrow.
Step up, give back, and join Optimist International because real change starts with you. Click here to find out more https://www.optimist.org/landingpage/

Thankful for those who have sacrificed their lives for our freedom.

Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice reminds us that freedom is never free; it is built on courage, commitment, and selflessness.
As Optimists, we carry their legacy forward by serving others, strengthening our communities, and bringing out the best in those around us.
This Memorial Day, honor their sacrifice through action.
👉 Volunteer. Lift others. Be the reason hope continues.
Visit https://www.optimist.org/landingpage/ to find out more today! 🇺🇸

Come join us in our mission to improve the lives of the youth in North Augusta.

Optimists say the number one reason they volunteer is to help their community members. Do you want to build connections with happy people who are making a positive impact in their communities? Just an hour or two can make a difference in someone's life. If you know your WHY, visit https://www.optimist.org/landingpage/ and find out more.

We are always looking for people who want to make a difference for the youth of our community. Let us know if we can give you more information about our meetings or club membership.

Are you Ready? There's no better time but today. Join us and be part of the change in your community! Visit https://www.optimist.org/landingpage/ to find out all the ways you can enrich your life by volunteering.

Last night the NA Optimist Club had the opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of several local students at our annual Student Recognition Dinner.

Our Essay contest winners read their essays on the topic “How My Acts of Service Help Me Understand What My Community Means to Me” and were presented with certificates and cash prizes of $100-$200 each:

🥉 3rd place - Emily Cloy
🥈 2nd place - Skye Ese Oduaran
🥇 1st place - Lyla Gore

Club President Scott Becka then presented each of our college and technical school scholarship recipients with their awards. These outstanding students were evaluated on academic success, as well as extracurricular and community service involvement, work experience, and financial need.

Addison Coleman - Fox Creek HS - $1000
Luke Waldhauer - NAHS - $1000
Bradford Collins IV - NAHS - $800 (tech)

Congratulations to each of these students on their accomplishments!

And a HUGE Thank You to our committee chairs Stacey Timmerman, Chandy Hall and Keith Liner and our wonderful judges for their time and efforts!

We enjoyed hosting our speakers from NAHS Future Business Leaders of America students, Joy Reynolds and Addison Metts.

Twenty NAHS students participated in this year’s Youth Appreciation Day activities on Monday. YAD, co-sponsored by the NA Optimist Club and the City of NA, gives high school seniors a behind-the-scenes look at the way our city operates. Students began the day meeting the Mayor, City Council members and Department Directors for a quick overview of our government structure and department functions. They then departed on the ENA trolley for tours of the water treatment plant, Public Safety headquarters and material recycling facility. The morning ended with lunch at SRP Park and a tour of the baseball stadium.

Students gathered at the City Council meeting on Mon evening where they sat with their counterpart, shared their favorite part if the day, and were recognized for their participation in the day’s activities.

Come visit our booth at this great community event tomorrow!

Happy New Year from Optimist International! As we step into 2026, we renew our commitment to bringing out the best in youth, our communities, and ourselves. May the year ahead be filled with hope, purpose, and the courage to make a difference. Together, let’s build brighter futures and spread Optimism in every place we serve. To start the year off in Optimism, visit https://www.optimist.org/landingpage/ #BeAnOptimist #chooseoptimism #volunteeringmatters #OptimismWins #bethechange #newyear #newyear2026 #newyearsday