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NDO Membership

Membership Magic

We'd like to invite you to become a member of the 

Optimist Club of North Dorchester!


Optimist International is one of the largest service organizations in the world – where "Bringing Out the Best in Youth" has been our mission for more than 80 years!

Whether you are a Member of a Club or a Club officer who enjoys the fellowship/friendship of others with a common greater good, Optimist Club of North Dorchester needs and wants YOU as a Member.

If time is a concern, you may also help us by giving an in-kind donation to the Optimist Club. Optimists value Learning, Leadership, Excellence and a sense of community.

Become a Member

If you are interested in joining our team so that you can "Bring Out the Best in Youth, in your Community and in Yourself" or for more information on The Dorchester Optimist Club

please see our contact page.

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Jim's 50th Anniversary

Congratulating Optimist Jim Peaker for his 50th year as a member of the North Dorchester Optimist Club!

Jim officially became a club member on May 10th, 1973! We are lucky to have you as a member of our club and we are amazed by your long-term commitment. 


This month, we'd like to say congratulations on your anniversary and thank you for your hard work and dedication to the community! 


Congratulations Jim!

Our Team

Our President

Our Presidents Message


"It is my pleasure to extend a warm welcome to you as you view this website; The Optimist Club of North Dorchester.
We hope enjoy reading about our club, it's Mission, the Creed we as members live by and the programs and services we provide to this community through our many fundraising events.

The work we do is faced with challenges and consuming interests, but blended with hard work and fun in social settings. We are all volunteers and each have our own expertise that we bring to the organization. We work together, respecting each individual's personal views and in turn, doing the best for the youth of our community by our work and example.

With today's constant changing economy and how non-profit enterprises are viewed, I hope you will welcome the adventure with enthusiasm and anticipation of a new journey should you decide to join us as a member."


If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact us through:
The Optimist Hall 519-268-3982 

or President, Paul Kot 519-457-7506

Dorchester Optimist Executive Team

President - John Rondinelli - 519-268-3046
Vice President -Cathy Zantingh - 519-694-5350
Secretary / Treasurer - Judy Andrigo - 519-268-3819 

Standing Committees

Bingo Chair - Dave Agombar - 519-268-8392
Membership - John Andrigo 519-851-9476

VP Hall Operations - John Andrigo 

Social Media: Photography, Facebook, Instagram & Website  - Jordan Andrigo

Social Media: Facebook - Cathy Zantingh


Hall Phone Number - 519-268-3819

Board of Directors

Board of Directors 2022-2023

John Rondinelli, President
Cathy Zantingh, Vice-President
Judy Andrigo, Treasurer/Secretary
Paul Hot, Past-President

John Andrigo, VP Hall Operations


Directors:

Lori Adams

Crystal Andrigo

Doris England

Tammy Hunter

Shirley Rogers

Board Function

The Board of Directors is the governing body of The Optimist Club of North Dorchester and has both collective and individual responsibilities.   The Board of Directors are all volunteers and responsible for collective decisions and actions.  Individual board members are expected to act in good faith, lawful and in the best interests of the club.


In addition, we have the unique situation that we manage a property that provides rental facilities to the community and a place that we can be proud of  the “Optimist Youth Centre” 1653 Richmond Street, Dorchester, ON. This brings with it additional responsibilities and challenges as we deal with “brick and mortar” up-keep.

Our Code of Conduct

There are a number of factors, which contribute to the success of any organization. As volunteers we provide the club with the experience and knowledge required to build our community youth programs, services and guide our growth.

Board Members demonstrate ethical and profession conduct to maintain the confidence of the membership and the public. Our commitment includes proper use of the authority and appropriate action in group and individual behavior.

In addition, we have the unique situation that we manage a property that provides rental facilities to the community and a place that we can be proud of the “Optimist Youth Centre” 1653 Richmond Street, Dorchester, ON. This brings with it additional responsibilities and challenges as we deal with “brick and mortar” up-keep.

North Dorchester Optimist Youth Centre

1653 Richmond Street, Dorchester, Ontario N0L 1G4, Canada

John Andrigo: 519-851-9476 Hall: 519-268-3982

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