Join the Sun Prairie Optimist Club — make a difference for youth, meet great people, and help strengthen your community.
How to Join
When you join the Sun Prairie Optimist Club, you join a family of people who care about making a difference. We would love to have you in our club!
- Download and complete the Member Invitation Form from Optimist International
- Send your completed form to sp.optimist.club@gmail.com
Why Should You Consider Joining?
1. Make a Positive Impact on Youth
By joining the Optimist Club, you directly contribute to the lives of children in the Sun Prairie community. The club focuses on programs that help kids build confidence, develop skills, and succeed in life.
2. Engage in Meaningful Community Service
The Sun Prairie Optimist Club is involved in a variety of community service projects. As a member, you’ll have the chance to support youth programs, events, and charitable causes that make a real difference.
“I joined to give back to the community that raised me — to create the same positive experiences for today’s youth that shaped my own childhood.”
Hayley Hodsdon, President
3. Build Lifelong Friendships
Joining the Optimist Club connects you with other like-minded community members who are passionate about giving back. It’s a great way to meet new people and build lasting friendships.
4. Develop Leadership Skills
The Optimist Club offers plenty of opportunities for you to take on leadership roles. Whether you’re helping to organize an event or leading a community project, it’s an excellent way to develop and hone your leadership abilities.
5. Participate in Fun and Rewarding Events
The club hosts a variety of events, from sports contests like the Tri-Star Basketball to youth mentoring programs and social activities. You’ll have the opportunity to get involved in fun, impactful initiatives.
6. Support Local Youth Sports
Optimist Clubs often partner with schools and local organizations to sponsor youth sports leagues, like basketball and soccer. Being a part of this allows you to help kids develop physically, mentally, and socially.
7. Improve Your Network
Being a member of the Optimist Club opens up opportunities to connect with other local business leaders, community activists, and people who care about making a difference in Sun Prairie.
8. Enjoy Personal Growth
As you take on new challenges, help others, and give back, you’ll find that your own sense of fulfillment and personal growth increases. The Optimist Club offers a chance for self-improvement through meaningful work.
9. Have Fun Giving Back
Being part of a club that makes a real difference in kids’ lives can be incredibly rewarding, but it’s also fun! From social gatherings to fundraisers, the Optimist Club keeps things lighthearted while doing good.
10. Be Part of a Global Movement
The Optimist Club is part of Optimist International, a global organization dedicated to bringing out the best in kids. By joining, you’re part of a larger effort that spans countries and continents, working together to make the world a better place for young people everywhere.