Mission Statement: By providing hope and positive vision, Optimists bring out the best in our youth, our communities, and ourselves.

Vision Statement: Optimist International will be recognized worldwide as the first volunteer organization that values all children and helps them develop to their full potential.

Optimist International is a worldwide volunteer organization made up of more than 2,500 local Clubs whose members work each day to make the future brighter by bringing out the best in children, in their communities, and in themselves.