community outreach with purpose — for the children
oratorical contest
The Optimist Oratorical Contest gives youngsters the chance to speak to the world. More than $150,000 in college scholarships funded by the Optimist International Foundations is awarded annually from this program.
First conducted in 1928, this is the second most popular Optimist International Program. Nearly 2,000 clubs participate in this program each year. The winners at the Club level receive medallions and Zone winners receive a plaque. Districts have the opportunity to provide a first-place scholarship of $2,500, a second-place scholarship of $1,500, and a third-place scholarship of $1,000.
Interested student must submit a speech on the pre-assigned topic and must be submitted to ________________ by _________________. Club winner’s information is submitted to Optimist International by May 15.
To learn more, visit: https://www.optimist.org/member/scholarships4.cfm
Kids speak out!
Elementary students can complete in the Optimist “Kids Speak Out” contest, a pre-Oratorical Program that provides a more equitable competition for younger speakers. The real test of this program is not who wins, but rather providing the opportunity for boys and girls to gain experience in speaking to an audience.
leader for a day
Foley High School students are selected by the Optimist Club of Foley to shadow local leaders. The program is designed for students to see our leaders in action so they can get a close-up view of the everyday logistics that are involved in each leadership position. Students selected must write an essay, have a high GPA, consistent school attendance and a recommendation from a teacher.
Essay Contest
The Essay Contest is sponsored by Optimist International to give young people the opportunity to write about their own opinions regarding the world in which they live. The approach can encompass a young person’s personal experience, the experience of their country or a more historical perspective. In addition to developing skills for written expression, participants also have the opportunity to win a college scholarship!
Club winners advance to the District contest to compete for a $2,500 college scholarship. The District-level scholarships are funded by the Optimist International Foundations.
Interested students must submit an essay on the pre-assigned topic and must be submitted to _____________________ by February ___________. Club winner’s information is submitted to Optimist International by April 15.
To learn more, visit: https://www.optimist.org/member/scholarships3.cfm