·Sponsoring of the annual Mt.Vernon 5th Grade Science Fair
·Support of the Mt.VernonSchool
PTOs
·Oratorical and Essay Competitions
·Donations to fine arts curriculum (pianos, cameras)
·Awarding scholarships to two Mt.Vernongraduating seniors for secondary education
FORTVILLE OPTIMIST PROGRAMS
Aspire to teach, develop and
foster respect for good citizenship. By encouraging leadership and sportsmanship in our youth, we build the next generation
of creative thinkers and role models for our community.
ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
·Supporting the Respect for Law Camp
·Raise funds for Childhood Cancer
·Support Optimist International by participating
in Race Day events at the Speedway
·Sponsoring Mt. Vernon HS Sports teams
·Funding new programs for the further development
of our community schools
·Sponsoring the annual Fortville Ball Day Parade
and festivities
·Sponsoring Fortville Cub Scout Pack 237 (1st - 5th Grades) and Boy Scout Troop 237 (6th Grade and Up)
·Present keynote speakers at open meetings to discuss current events and
topics involving our community