Who Are We…
“The Bonita Optimist Club is dedicated to helping the youth…”
The Bonita Optimist Club is dedicated to helping the youth of our community by “Bringing out the Best in Kids”. Our 100-member strong service organization supports the youth of our community by providing hope and positive vision.
Join the Bonita Optimist Club“I am a Bonita Optimist Club Member…”
Read BOC Member testimonials and how we “…look at the sunny side of everything and make…optimism come true.”
Bonita Optimist Club Events
Here are a few of the fun events we host and share with the community.
If you are interested in supporting these and any of our ongoing events, please let us know. We are always looking for new members, donors, vendors, and event sponsors. new linkThe Bonita Optimist Club is hosting the BOC Oratorical Contest on Thursday March 12, 2026 at the Provence House in Bonita. Cash prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. The winner has the potential to progress to the Optimist International Regional event where they could win $5,000! Good luck to all the participants! See you there!
Dance For A Cure 2026
The Junior Optimist International Club will be sponsoring the Dance For A Cure 2026 at Eastlake High School Ruth Chapman Theater on March 21st, 2026. They are still looking for Sponsors. For more detailed information contact officialdfac.team@gmail.com, text DFAC to 619-723-4088, or check them out on Instagram @officialdfac. Click flyer for QR code to purchase tickets to this wonderful event.
Sponsorship Information2026 Bonita Optimist Club Golf Tournament
Keep your calendars open on June 26, 2026 to join the Bonita Optimist Club in their annual Swing for The Kids 2026 Golf Tournament. All proceeds go to our local youth! More details to come, but we are looking for Sponsors, Foursomes, and Singles participants for the event.

Annual Fundraising Event
Dance For A Cure 2026
The Junior Optimist Internation Club is sponsoring the Dance for A Cure 2026 at Eastlake High School Ruth Chapman Theater on Saturday March 21st, 2026 at 12:00PM PDT. Scan QR code to purchase your tickets for this wonderful event.
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT
2026 Egg Hunt
Join the Bonita Optimist Club for 2026 Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4th, 2026 at Rohr Park in Bonita. This is a free community event where there will be Easter Bunny Meet and Greet, children activities, a bounce house, games, and of course a fun egg hunt for the children! We hope to see you there! Rohr Park 4548 Sweetwater Rd. Bonita, CA 91902
BECOME A MEMBER
Are you interested in becoming a Bonita Optimist Club member? Would you like to know more about club membership, click the link below?
New Member ApplicationDONATE
We are a non-profit Optimist Club dedicated to helping the youth in our local community. We gladly accept and appreciate any and all donations.
Donate TodayJunior Optimist International (JOI)
Promist Yourself… To think only the best
Participation in Junior Optimist International gives young people the opportunity to serve their communities. Students who are involved in Junior Optimist Clubs learn about and practice good citizenship, teamwork, communication and money management. They feel good about themselves and have high self-esteem.
GET STARTED NOWYouth Events and Academic Outreach
Supporting & Celebrating Academic Success
Optimist International Oratorical Contest
Optimist International offers clubs a simple but spectacular way to get younger students involved in public speaking and prepare them for higher level Oratorical competitions. These contests are not backed by dollar awards, but encourage students to develop speaking skills and prepare them for future Oratorical contests. Click below for more information on the Optimist International Kids Speak Out Contest and Planning Guide.
Optimist International Essay Contest
The Essay Contest is sponsored by Optimist International to give young people the opportunity to write about their own opinions regarding the world in which they live. The approach can encompass a young person’s personal experience, the experience of their country or a more historical perspective. In additional to developing skills for written expression, participants also have the opportunity to win a college scholarship!
Bonita Optimist SCHOLASTIC AWARD
Win a scholastic award for being an optimistic college bound student.
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