Jackson Noon Optimist

08/19/2025

Two JNO members traveled to the District Convention in Columbia, Missouri.

Deb Hoffmann presented the Optimist International donation check from our local chapter to Mary Dewey, the district foundation rep. Also pictured is the current district governor, Jean Naeger.

While attending, Jen led chair yoga for the group.

08/13/2025

🏌️‍♀️ The Jackson Noon Optimist Club was proud to sponsor Julia Schlitt for the Optimist International Championship at Trump National Doral Miami.

Julia joined us at today’s meeting to share about her incredible experience competing on such a big stage and to thank our club for the support. We’re so proud to help young athletes like Julia chase their dreams! 💛💙

07/23/2025

The Jackson Noon Optimist Club was busy serving the community's youth at Homecomers last night! They gave away 2,400 free ride tickets and 200 ice cream tickets.

Optimist brings out the best in youth, the community, and ourselves!

07/08/2025

Check out the Jackson Noon Optimist stone at the Avenue of Flags! We believe in bringing out the best in our community. One way we help is through support of wonderful causes like this!

JNO is happy to leave our mark, helping to make this world a brighter place! 🇺🇸💙

06/30/2025

Optimist Youth Appreciation Night at Jackson Homecomers!

On Tuesday, July 22, the Jackson Optimist Clubs will give away 10 ride tickets and one small Demolay ice cream cup to children ages 2-15. The giveaway begins at 6:00 p.m. at the corner of High Street and Adams Street, across from the New McKendree Methodist Church. Tuesday is $2 ride night.

06/26/2025

Jackson Noon Optimist made a donation of supplies and funds for items needed to Birthright. We are always happy to bring out the best in youth, our communities and ourselves!

06/07/2025

Way to go, Julia!

Jackson golfer Julia Schlitt has officially qualified for the Optimist International Junior Championship, which will be held at Trump National Resort in Miami, Florida!

Schlitt did so by taking first in the SEMO Optimist Junior Golf Tournament at the Ste. Genevieve Golf Club. She is sponsored by Jackson Noon Optimist.

Biggest of congrats, Julia!!

04/26/2025

The Jackson Noon Optimist Club worked on cleaning up the landscaping at the bandshell in the city park. It was a great day to beautify a space for the public.

04/24/2025

Jackson Noon Optimist members helped pack food for students in need at Jackson R-2 today! Thanks for serving the community!

04/12/2025

Jackson Noon Optimist served children in the area at the Jackson in Bloom festival today! What a beautiful day!
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04/10/2025

Students from Jackson Middle School and Immaculate Conception School participated in the Jackson Noon Optimist Respect for Law contest. They wrote essays that were then used to choose students to spend the day with Local Law enforcement, learning more about operations and day-to-day activities.

Participants toured the Cape Girardeau County Sheriff's Office, the Jackson Police Department, and the Jackson Fire Department. They heard presentations from the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Missouri Conservation agents, and the Cape Girardeau County Sheriff's Office K-9 unit. Students ended the afternoon by having lunch at the Sheriff's Office.

03/29/2025

Recipients of the 2025 Mary Purcell and the Jackson Noon Optimist scholarships have been chosen. Winners will be notified by mail. Thank you to all that applied.