Shelby Saddlebred Optimist Club

Shelby Saddlebred Optimist Club Optimists clubs are dedicated to “bringing out the best in kids”. Serving Shelby County KY. Within 501(c)(3), the Foundation is a 509(a)(3) public charity.

Helping Optimists Help Kids

Seeking, receiving and managing funds and real personal property for the benefit of Optimist International and its Member Clubs in its charitable, literary and educational activities. Vision Statement

We envision a Foundation that can provide significant funding for Optimist International’s youth and service programs and is proudly supported by individual Optimists, t

heir Clubs, and the community at large. Tax and Charitable Status

The Optimist International Foundation is a 501(c)(3) corporation within the meaning of the Internal Revenue Code of the United States. History

Optimist International Foundation (OIF) was established in 1971 exclusively for the charitable, literary and educational purposes of Optimist International, a community service-based organization committed to creating a more optimistic future for young people through innovative programs. OIF works with Optimist Clubs located in over 2,100 communities in the United States and the Caribbean. The Foundation has grown steadily since 1971 and is recognized as a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization. The Foundation’s Board of Directors grants funds to Optimist International each year for the development and improvement of International programs. Programs funded by the Foundation serve 1.5 million children annually. Optimist International Foundation depends on the support from Optimist Clubs and individual Members, the general public, businesses and corporations.

03/16/2026
Come to Finchville Ruritan Club for our holiday craft show. Today, starting at 9:00 am. Lots of vendors! Entrance is in ...
11/15/2025

Come to Finchville Ruritan Club for our holiday craft show. Today, starting at 9:00 am. Lots of vendors! Entrance is in the back.

Congratulations to our winners of the car show!
10/05/2025

Congratulations to our winners of the car show!

Bring the kids out to the Shelby Wheels for Optimism car show Saturday - the first 40 kids get a large, vinyl treat bag ...
10/03/2025

Bring the kids out to the Shelby Wheels for Optimism car show Saturday - the first 40 kids get a large, vinyl treat bag with carrying straps so they can visit all the vehicles on show and collect goodies at the Trunk Or Treat! Lots of vendors and a concession stand will be on hand, as well as loads of cars, trucks and motorcycles! Saturday from 10am to 4pm at Shelby County High School's parking lot. Visitors are free, $20 donation to show your ride and support youth programs.

Come out tomorrow and fish!
07/11/2025

Come out tomorrow and fish!

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Shelbyville, KY

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+15025075724

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