Meridian Optimist Events
October
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Oct1
12 Guns of Christmas Raffle
Tuesday, October 1, 2024 - Friday, December 13, 2024
For more information or to purchase tickets contact Bert Moore at 208-949-3763,
Kirk Farnsworth at 208-850-6729, or Mike Harris at 208-484-8529
November
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Nov30
Meridian Optimist Christmas Tree Sale
Saturday, November 30, 2024 - Sunday, December 22, 2024
This is the major fundraiser for the Meridian Optimist Club each year and it supports the many projects we do throughout the year. Such as: our essay and oratorical scholarship programs; annual Easter egg hunt; food baskets for those in need; the Meridian Optimist Junior Air Rifle Club; and The Meridian Food Bank and much more.
BONUS Bring two non perishable food items for the Meridian Food Bank and receive a $5.00 discount on your purchase!
Our Lot is located at the Meridian Speedway parking lot 335 S Main St.
Meridian Optimist Christmas Tree Sales Flyer
December
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Dec1
Optimist International Oratorical Contest
Sunday, December 1, 2024 - Monday, March 31, 2025
Topic: “How Optimism Has Guided Me Through Trying Times"
When: Club Contest will be on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 6:00 pm.
Deadline for entries: All entries must be received by March 3, 2025
Where: TBD
Who: Students under the age of 19 years as of October 1, 2024, who have not yet completed secondary school. This is a combined gender contest where boys and girls compete against each other. There is no minimum age.
How to Enter: Fill out the enclosed entry form and send to: The Optimist Club of Meridian PO Box 681, Meridian, ID 83680 or download one from our website: https://www.meridianoptimist.org/scholarship2025
You will need to submit a copy of your speech and birth certificate with your application
The Optimist Oratorical Contest gives youngsters the chance to speak to the world. More than $150,000 in college scholarships are awarded annually from this program.
First conducted in 1928, this is the second most popular Optimist International Program. Nearly 2,000 clubs participate in this program each year.
The First, Second, and Third place winners at the Club level receive medallions and cash awards of $200, $150, and $100 respectively. The Pacific Northwest District provides a first place scholarship of $2,500, a second place scholarship of $1,500, and a third place scholarship of $1,000. The District Contest will be held in Kenewick, Washington in April, 2025. Check back periodically for the exact date of the district contest.
Winners of the District level will be eligible to compete in a regional competition in St. Louis Missouri at Saint Louis University. Winners of the regional contests will compete in the 2025 World Championship also held at Saint Louis University. Students could possibly win up to $22,500 or more in scholarships!
For more information contact:
Mike Harris (208) 484-8529
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Dec1
Optimist International Essay Contest
Sunday, December 1, 2024 - Saturday, March 29, 2025
Topic: "How Optimism Has Paved My Way To Success"
Deadline for essays to be turned into the Meridian Optimist Club is January 24, 2025.
The Meridian Optimist Club awards the first three places with medalions and cash awards.
First place receives $200
Second place receives $150 and
Third place receives $100.
In addition the Club-level winning Essay will be submitted to the District Level Contest for the opportunity of winning a $2,500 college scholarship.
Students wishing to participate in the essay contest can download an entry form here or contact the club chairman Mike Harris at 208-484-8529 or mhmh21711@gmail.com