Call to Order 7am

Invocation/Prayer Michael Rees

Pledge of Allegiance
Optimist Creed

Optimist Song – Marty Becker

Greeters Joel Wihebrink and Everett Nifong

Guests – Stand/Introduce

Birthdays Jack Birch 06/15

Announcements

Fundraisers Reminders & Updates

• Triathlon (06/27/26) = 10 days Jeff Owens & Adam Heckaman
• Fall Displays (online sale starts 08/01/26) = 45 days Kris Williams
• Golf Outing (09/08/26) = 83 days Chris Hanson & Chris McCray

Mark your calendars for Kosciusko County 4H Fair

RELOCATION DATES (3):

7/8, 7/15, 7/22 @ Grace College Alpha Dining

We were reminded:

Optimist International Jr Golf Championships
Indiana South District Jr Optimist Golf Tournament

Friday, June 19, 2026 @ Oak Tree Golf Course

4712 US-40, Plainfield, IN 46168,

50/50 – Kris Farwell/Ann Sweet

Membership – Angie Tom/Paul Finley

• Allyson Taylor – Sponsor Stacey Leek (1st Reading)
• Kristy Owens – Sponsor Michael Rees (1st Reading)
• John Sloat – Sponsor Jim Kessler (2nd Reading)
• Don Wiesehan Jr – Sponsor Randy Polston (New Member Induction Next Week)

Sergeants – Jim Smith, Jeff Owens, and Abby Smith

Program – Jack Birch introduced:

Alma Hernandez is the Board Chair and Director of Women of Valor in Training (WOVIT), a Christian faith-based non-profit in the Warsaw and Goshen, Indiana area. The organization empowers young women (ages 18-30) to transition from crisis to stability through a 12-month program focusing on mentorship, life skills, and healing. [1, 2, 3]

About Women of Valor in Training (WOVIT):

• Mission: WOVIT helps young women transition from “surviving to thriving” after navigating challenges like addiction, incarceration, or pregnancy. [1, 2]
• Program Structure: It operates a transitional house and a structured four-phase program that lasts approximately 12 months, providing a safe and supportive environment. [1, 2]
• Community Recognition: In early 2026, WOVIT was awarded a $10,000 collective gift grant by 100 Women Who Care Kosciusko County to support its growing operations. [1]

Connect & Support:

• Website/Socials: You can view their programming updates and get in touch with the team directly via the Women of Valor in Training Facebook Page or the Women of Valor in Training Instagram Profile.
• Get Involved: The organization frequently partners with local establishments for give-back nights and community events to raise funds and awareness

Optimistic Did You Know

Did you know, a group of fireflies is called a “Sparkle”?

Next week’s program Triathlon Prep before Event on 06/27/26

meeting was adjourned