The Optimist in Twin Falls is a non-profit organization that strives to make a positive impact in the local community.
We’re a group of community members dedicated to supporting local youth and spreading optimism. Our mission is to:
We run youth projects, host fundraisers, and work with Optimist International and the Pacific Northwest District. Learn more about what we do, or contact a member with any questions.
The Coats for Kids program is available to all the youth in our community. The program’s goal is to reach those children who need assistance purchasing a winter coat. With the help of school districts and various outreach programs, requests for coats are made to the club. Members of the Twin Falls Optimist Club fill those requests and deliver the coats to the children.
Youth Support Services (YSS) is a committee within the Twin Falls Optimist Club. YSS was established to meet the immediate need of low-cost basic provisions for children/youth in our community. Each year we assist nearly 300 youth fulfilling requests such as winter boots, shoes/socks, backpacks and school supplies.
We meet every Thursday at noon at Idaho Pizza. You pay for your lunch as you enter the meeting; there is no charge to attend if you are not eating.
A normal meeting consists of project business and an interesting program. While the meeting ends at 1:00pm, it is fine to leave early if need be. We have a fine pot and raffle each week for fun; the funds are used to fund our YSS Program and half of the raffle money goes to the lucky ticket drawn. The raffle is $1, if you want to play, and fines are pocket change.
A mystery guest member is selected by the president before the meeting begins; if you miss shaking their hand, it is a fine. This promotes getting to know your fellow Optimists and having some fun in the process.
