Optimists have always believed in making a difference—a difference to children, to citizens in need, to fellow Optimists, to themselves. Optimists also believe that the best way to make a difference is through action—positive action.
As a result, the month of May has been declared Optimists in Action Month. During the month of May, Optimist Clubs will create a widespread spirit of unity bringing together Optimist Members and other community volunteers for a variety of local-based activities, fundraisers and special events.

Over the course of the Holidays, separate holiday events included the collection of food for two separate needs in the local community. 
There are over 2000 kids in St. Paul who are homeless or going "couch to couch", food that is easy to carry, microwave, or open without a full kitchen went to Safe Zone to help kids in need. Over 20 bags of groceries were donated!
For stock pantry items and canned goods, the club collected over 375 pounds of food for the food shelf at The Neighborhood House, one of the largest food shelves serving the St. Paul community.