Optimist Club of Oakville

Site: Oakville

Record #: OAK0953
Last Modified: 29 May 2024
Last Full Update: 11 Jan 2024

Contact Information

Office Phone 905-617-0068
E-Mail michelle@opnc.ca
Website www.oakvilleoptimistclub.com
Contact Form https://www.oakvilleoptimistclub.com/contact
Social Media Facebook Facebook, Instagram Instagram, Pinterest Pinterest, X (Twitter) X (Twitter), YouTube YouTube
Primary Contact Michelle Knoll, Past President; Email: michelle@opnc.ca

Site Information

Located In Community Oakville
Address & Map
Halton Regional Police Safety Village (meeting location)
1151 Bronte Rd
Oakville, ON L6M 4G3
Intersection Bronte Rd and North Service Rd
Physical Access Not Accessible - meeting location

Agency Information

Description (Agency)

A non-profit service club
Legal Status (50) Non Profit
Established 1948
Funding Fundraising ; Donations

Description and Service Details

Description (Service)

Involved in community service, with particular emphasis on events and programs for children and youth 
 
Annual events:

Projects funded:

  • Don MacDonald Bursary and graduation awards to Oakville high school students 
  • Junior Optimist Club for high school students
  • Central Ontario Leadership Seminar for one Grade 10 student from each Oakville secondary school
  • Scholarships via essay and oratorical contests
  • Youth Appreciation Awards to Oakville high schools
  • Assistance to attend school sponsored seminars
  • Sponsorship of Army, Air and Sea Cadets
  • Sponsorship of local sports teams
  • Contribute $70,000 a year to Oakville Child & Youth Agencies and Programs. 

New members always welcome
Hours

Meet second and fourth Mon of each month from Sep-Jun (plus community events) at the Halton Regional Police Children's Safety Village
Areas Served Oakville
Eligibility Ages: 11 year(s) and up
  • Optimist Club - Adults with a desire to help youth in the community. $100 a year membership fee
  • Junior Optimist Club - high school students
Application

Call or visit website for information
Languages English
Fees Membership - Annual, varies depending on age

Categories and Classification

Youth Main Categories Assistance
Youth Sub-Categories Community Assistance ; Student Financial Aid
Service Categories Community Recognition ; Service Clubs ; Student Financial Aid