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    Date: June 04, 2025
    Time: 6:00 PM
    Location: Lake Heritage

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The Gettysburg Optimist Club is a 501c3 organization with all donations going directly to youth organizations in the local Gettysburg Community. The Gettysburg, PA Chapter was chartered in 1958 as an affiliate of Optimist International. Since this time, the Club has been in continuous service to the Gettysburg community and its youth. We are seeking men and women of all ages to join us in serving the needs of our community’s youth. Find out how to get involved by contacting us today.

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Members

  • Enjoy the fellowship and camaraderie of individuals who get things done and who embrace a similar optimistic mindset.

  • Develop new social and working relationships with individuals from a cross section of our communities and have opportunities to develop and demonstrate leadership skills locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally.

  • Experience satisfaction from making a difference in lives of children as well as the surrounding communities.

  • Receive as much as they give!

Who We Are

We are local men and women who believe that the youth is the future of our city, state, and nation. We wish to give back to the community that gives so much to us!

What We Do

Our volunteer club raises and donates tens of thousands of dollars annually for local youth organizations. We support great programs in local schools, such as the Reading is Fundamental organization and outdoor education. We also support local sports and musical initiatives, including running a two month basketball program for more than 150 youth. For more information about the projects organizations the Optimist Club of Gettysburg is involved with, visit service projects page.

Latest News

Gettysbrug Optimist Club Clyde E. Williams Jr. Memorial Golf Tournament

2025 Clyde E Williams Jr Memorial Golf Tournament

Today’s the day! The Clyde E Williams jr memorial golf tournament is scheduled to tee off at 1:00 pm at the The Links at Gettysburg. We’re optimistic that the rain will be done by tee off! Come join us for a fun afternoon on the course while supporting the youth in the community! Spots are still available.

Gettysbrug Optimist Club Clyde E. Williams Jr. Memorial Golf Tournament
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All Events

Regular Meeting @ Lake Heritage Officer Elections / Budget discussions

June 4 @ 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMLake Heritage Pavilion

Optimist Social

June 18 @ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMFour Score Brewery

Optimist Club Picnic

July 16 @ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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The Gettysburg Optimist Club is a 501c3 organization with all donations going directly to youth organizations in the local Gettysburg Community. The Gettysburg, PA Chapter was chartered in 1958 as an affiliate of Optimist International. Since this time, the Club has been in continuous service to the Gettysburg community and its youth. Donate today to make a direct impact on Bringing out the Best in Kids.

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