The Davenport Noon Optimist Club is proud to serve
Quad City area youth
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Our club, chartered in 1940, is one of Iowa's oldest established Optimist Clubs. We provide financial assistance and recognition during programs designed to improve lives. We raise over $150,000 annually through our two largest fundraisers, the Avenue of Flags program and Christmas tree sales. Although we are part of an international organization, we govern independently. We determine which projects to complete, which organizations to support and how funding is distributed. We are fortunate to have a nonprofit foundation that will continue our legacy for generations. |
We gather for weekly luncheons and invite speakers to introduce their programs and explain how those programs improve the lives of area youth. The luncheons offer the opportunity to network and build relationships with other members of the community. We volunteer at events and activities that boost young people's confidence because giving time to help improve others makes a difference. We meet socially because we love having fun together and enjoy the opportunities created through this fellowship of proactive people with positive mindsets. |
"Optimism isn’t just a feeling—it’s a way of life. As Optimists, we celebrate the power of positive thinking and the small actions that can make a big difference."
Checkout this article from the QC Business Journal on Optimist Plaza at BBBS of the Mississippi Valley (link below)!
Thompson, Dave, "Big Brothers Big Sisters building gets new look", Quad Cities Regional Business Journal, 7/17/2023.
Thompson, Dave, "Big Brothers Big Sisters building gets new look", Quad Cities Regional Business Journal, 7/17/2023.
What began as a memorial fund is now the Optimist Club Foundation of DavenportThe Foundation is a 501c(3) entity dedicated to financial maintenance and growth earmarked for supporting Quad Cities' youth.
The Foundation shares support and hope through these recognition programs: |
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The Ivory/Optimist Award Scholarships
A scholarship named for Fran Ivory, a long-time Optimist member and past director of the Friendly House. Applicants are high school graduates with continuing academic pursuits. Promise Awards Three students from each Davenport public high school with continuing academic pursuits are recognized by school staff each year for living a lifestyle consistent with the principles in our Optimist Creed, regardless of academic performance. Contact a board member for more information about our local programs or to donate. |
DONATE TO OUR CLUB FOUNDATION
Please contribute to our mission of bringing out the best in kids by donating today. Donations are tax-deductible.
If donating through Birdies, please select charity 1776: Optimist Club Foundation of Davenport.
If donating through Birdies, please select charity 1776: Optimist Club Foundation of Davenport.
Every donation made through Birdies provides a bonus donation of at least 5% from the Birdies for Charity Bonus Fund.
ORGANIZATIONS SUPPORTED BY THE DAVENPORT NOON OPTIMIST CLUB
YOUTH & CIVIC PROGRAMS BY THE DAVENPORT NOON OPTIMIST CLUB
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Avenue of Flags
Davenport Noon Optimist Foundation MAC Boys/Girls Basketball Luncheons Miss Iowa Luncheon |
Ready to Ride Bike Safety Rodeo
Respect for Law Week The Promise Award Scholarships Youth Appreciation Week |
