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About Annapolis Optimists

What We Do
The Annapolis Optimist Club is a local chapter of Optimist International. Since our inception in 1968, our members have logged in countless hours of volunteer service to the local community. Each year we touch the lives of thousands of residents of all ages through our many worthwhile projects. From bringing the circus to town to sponsoring youth sports to recognizing law enforcement officers for their contributions to the community we touch the lives of many.

We are a 501 (c)(4) awaiting final approval for our 501 (c) (3) status. 

For more information on our events and programs click here.

Meetings
Board meetings are generally held the first Monday of each month at 7:30 PM at the office of Ron Jarashow at 107 Ridgely Ave in West Annapolis. The meetings are open to all club members.

Dinner meetings are held from September through April on the 4th Thursday of each month at 6:30 PM at locations throughout Annapolis. The November and December dinners are however held the 3rd Thursday. Please check the calendar section of the web site for more information or call Bonnie Hitzelberger at 410-268-1783 for locations.

Join!
Membership in the organization is open to anyone over the age of 18. It is suggested that prior to joining that you volunteer at one of our activities or attend one of our monthly dinner meetings. Click here for more information info@annapolisoptimist.org, or download a brochure, or an application here.

Dues are $70 per year and billed annually in October. Should you join throughout the year the dues are pro-rated according to the quarter in which you joined.

Membership in a local chapter automatically gives you membership in the Maryland South Delaware District and Optimist International.

Officers and Directors