Achieving the Mission of Optimism!
1st Quarter Conference
Saturday Breakfast: Stacks Pancake House & Grill (on your own) 6011 Gateway Dr, Plainfield, IN 46168
First 6 people who have not been to a conference/convention or never atttended a district conference/convention will receive a free lunch!
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Clubs
Information and links to Optimist clubs in our district
Conferences, Conventions and Events
Information about our next convention or event
Programs
Essay & Oratorical Contests, Jr Golf, Tri-Star and more!
Southern Exposure
The Indiana South District Bulletin
2026-2027 Optimist International Scholarship Contest
2026 Indiana South District Jr. Optimist Golf Tournament Recap (Push play for Video)
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.
The OPTIMIST difference… it’s all in our name!
What differentiates Optimist Clubs from any other volunteer opportunity is simple — OPTIMISM. And Optimists take their upbeat approach and work every day to make a difference for themselves and for the people around them. Optimists are people who believe that through positive action in their communities they can create a better tomorrow.
2026-2027 Conferences and Conventions
The Richard A. Carlucci Recreation and Aquatic Center
Saturday Breakfast: Stacks Pancake House & Grill (on your own) 6011 Gateway Dr, Plainfield, IN 46168