Optimist Club of Clarendon - SC

09/03/2026

Here's our story of the Dash on the Dam 5K...we need runners, walkers, and sponsors! Contact President Claudette Elliot or a club member today!

Clarendon County Chamber of Commerce

09/03/2026

REGISTRATION IS LIVE!!

Click on the link below or follow the QR code!

https://runsignup.com/Race/SC/Manning/DashOnTheDam5K

09/01/2026

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🎗️Happy Childhood Cancer Awareness Month!🎗️

This month holds a very special place in our hearts at Camp Happy Days. We celebrate, honor, and stand with every child and family who inspires us every single day. Keep an eye out for updates all September long! 💛

09/01/2026

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08/31/2026

Every smile, every mentoring moment, every scholarship, and every community project has one purpose, to help children reach their full potential. When Optimists serve, we're investing in brighter futures and stronger communities, one child at a time.
Join us in making a difference where it matters most. Become an Optimist volunteer by visitinging optimist.org today and help bring out the best in every child.

08/24/2026

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We live in a world that celebrates quick results.

But some of life's most meaningful growth happens beneath the surface, long before anyone else can see it.

Every healthy habit you build.
Every lesson you learn.
Every act of kindness you choose.
Every goal you continue to work toward.

These are seeds.

And like any seed, they need time, consistency, and care before they begin to flourish.

If you don't see immediate results, don't assume your efforts aren't making a difference. Progress is often happening in ways you can't measure yet.

Trust the quiet seasons.

Keep showing up.
Keep learning.
Keep growing.
Keep planting.

One day, you'll look back and realize that the small, faithful choices you made each day became the foundation of something far greater than you imagined.

Your efforts today are shaping your future—even if you can't see the harvest yet.

💬 What are you continuing to invest in? Share it in the comments. Your commitment may encourage someone else to keep going.

08/24/2026

🌟IMPACT🌟
Inspiring,
Magnifying
People
And
Creating
Transformation

🎉Our weekend in Rock Hill at the SCOD 4th Quarter Convention made such a huge impact, it’s taken two weeks to share!!😂

🗣️The keynote from Dr. Kimberly P. Johnson of Simply Creative Works was phenomenal. We were energized, motivated, and equipped with tools to take our IMPACT to the next level!

✅Our next Governor and OCC past-president, Dr. Lisa Justice, was installed with her executive board team, challenging leaders and club members to “Be the Light.” 💡

🎳The spirit of optimism of the day carried over to a fun night of bowling—cute shoes, included!❌💯

🕯️Our final day included our moving, annual memorial service and ℹ️ a sharing session of impactful projects from numerous clubs across the state.

🙏Thank you to the OCC members who attended and to the Rock Hill area Optimist Clubs for being such wonderful hosts!😇

You’ll never guess where the SCOD will be coming next — get ready, Manning SC!!

08/14/2026

❤️💙💛WE NEED YOU!!💛💙❤️

We’re looking for sponsors for the 2nd Annual Dash on the Dam 5K—Lake Marion Dam—October 10, 2026…help us support kids and families impacted by Childhood Cancer!!

✅Companies, organizations, or individuals—there are several ways to give!!

ℹ️Contact President Claudette Elliott or any Optimist Club of Clarendon member for more info!!