Bringing Out the Best in Our Community
Local people creating opportunities for young people.
The Farmington/Farmington Hills Optimist Club brings neighbors together to support youth, serve our community, and make a lasting local impact.
Local People. Local Impact.
The Farmington/Farmington Hills Optimist Club is a volunteer-led organization dedicated to supporting young people and strengthening our community.
Through youth programs, scholarships, community service and special events, our members create opportunities for young people to learn, grow and thrive.
Support Youth
Create opportunities for young people to learn, grow and thrive.
Serve Our Community
Bring people together through service, events and local partnerships.
Build Connections
Connect with neighbors who share a desire to make a difference.
Making a Difference, Together
Our members turn optimism into action throughout the year.
From helping kids discover the outdoors at Kids Fishing Day to recognizing student achievement, supporting scholarships and participating in community events, our members find many ways to give back.
Every project is a little different, but they share the same goal: creating opportunities for young people and strengthening the community we call home.
Find Your Place in the Optimist Community
Support Youth
Help create experiences and opportunities for local young people through contests, scholarships, recognition programs and youth activities.
Volunteer in the Community
Take part in local service projects, community events and activities that bring people together and make Farmington and Farmington Hills stronger.
Help Make Events Happen
Pitch in with events like Kids Fishing Day, the Orrie Donley Golf Outing and other club activities throughout the year.
Share Your Talents
Bring your own skills and experience to the club. There are plenty of ways to contribute, from working behind the scenes or taking the lead.
Programs, Contests & Events
From student contests and youth leadership to community events and fundraisers, the Farmington/Farmington Hills Optimist Club creates opportunities for young people and brings our community together throughout the year.
Essay Contest
Encouraging local students to share their ideas and perspectives through writing.
Oratorical Contest
Helping students build confidence and develop their voice through public speaking.
Orrie Donley Golf Outing
Bringing friends and supporters together for a day of golf that helps support our work in the community.
Junior Optimists
Giving young people opportunities to develop leadership skills, serve their community and make a difference.
More Programs & Activities
Discover Kids Fishing Day, youth recognition programs, community service projects and other ways Optimists make an impact locally.
See What We’ve Been Up To
Ready to Make a Difference?
You don’t need special experience to become an Optimist. Just a desire to get involved, meet people and make a positive difference in our community.
How to Apply for Membership & Pay
- Complete the Club Application
Fill in all required information in the membership application below. Be sure to review the information carefully before continuing. - Click “Add to Cart”
After completing all required fields in the application, click Add to Cart. The membership application information will be added to your shopping cart. - View Your Cart
Click View Cart or the shopping cart icon. Review the application in your cart. - Proceed to Checkout
Click Proceed to Checkout and enter the requested billing and contact information. - Choose Your Payment Method
At checkout, choose your preferred secure payment method:- Credit or Debit Card
- ACH / Bank Account
ACH may take a couple days to clear and process
- Complete Your Registration
Follow the on-screen instructions to submit your payment and complete the order. You’ll receive an email confirmation after the transaction has been successfully processed.