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The Canadian Children’s Optimist Foundation is a registered non-profit organization headquartered in Montreal, Canada. With a network of more than 500 clubs and more than 14,000 members across the country, we support many kinds of initiatives serving Canadian youth, our common future.
Mission
The mission of Canadian Children’s Optimist Foundation is to invest today for the future of our youth by seeking and managing funds through collaboration with Canadian Optimist Clubs and their communities, by supporting Clubs to create opportunities that will enhance quality of life, improve health and wellness and inspire our youth.
News
Recent Causes
- In Memoriam — Sue MontgomeryIt is with great sadness that we share the passing of Sue Montgomery, who served as Co-District Foundation Representative (DFR) for District 47 (CENON) alongside Ted Simmonds. Sue passed away on May 27, 2026. She was a dedicated volunteer who worked tirelessly to support the Canadian Children’s Optimist Foundation’s mission and the clubs in herContinue reading “In Memoriam — Sue Montgomery”
- Some news including the winners of the 2023-2024 club grant programDuring the Optimist International 2024 congress, Sarah-Claude Simard, from Rivière du Loup, presented her winning speech at the 2023 World Public Speaking Championship. She presented her son’s speech in both official languages ​​and left the auditorium mouth good! Once again last year, first place winners from competitions in this sector are invited to participate inContinue reading “Some news including the winners of the 2023-2024 club grant program”
- Happy holiday season!On behalf of the Board of Directors and the office team, we wish you a joyful and happy holiday season, May joy shine in children’s eyes, May the New Year bring health, love, prosperity, hope and optimism. Tim Bell – CCOF President
Planned giving
As a Planned Giving donor, you’ll automatically join the lifetime recognition board, a group of dedicated individuals who have committed a planned gift to CCOF.
How You Can Help
Send Donation
Giving online has never been more secure, convenient or hassle-free with our one-click donation. We also do accept standard cash and check donations at all of our locations.
Become a Volunteer
You can get involved today by becoming a Volunteer. Sign up and you will be joining a group of change-makers, a network strong enough to impact positive change in the lives of children.
Sponsor us
CCOF opens the door to scholarships in the name of the benefactor.