Optimist International Essay Contest
Optimist International
Award Amount: $2,500
Deadline: 2026-02-13
Location: Clarkston, Oakland, MI
Minimum GPA: Not specified
Grade Level: 9; 10; 11; 12
Overview
The Essay Contest is sponsored by Optimist International to give young people the opportunity to write about their own opinions regarding the world in which they live. The approach can encompass a young person's personal experience, the experience of their country or a more historical perspective. In addition to developing skills for written expression, participants also have the opportunity to win a college scholarship funded by the Optimist International Foundation.