GOC and our officers awarded!
Membership Growth & Retention:
Gold Medal: Aurora-Gateway OC, Sheila Woolfork-President
Certificate of Recognition-District Members:
Excellence-Lt Governor: Tom Mehl, Aurora Gateway
Sheila won as MVP at Bill's (Ashbee) Banter, for key insights and identifying issues with OI and the District
GOC for growth in membership of 38% and a net +27%
Speaker of the week, Dr. Anne Keke, running for another term on Aurora Public School Board
Speaker of the week...Rick Sutton
Members move out of state but not from our hearts
Installation of new members and new officer at our NOW Meeting
Installation of our new incoming Vice President, Eric Nelson
Officer Bruce Williams of the Sheridan PD has close ties with Gateway Optimist Club
“The Mayor had sent Chief Martinez a letter that a citizen had sent her outlining an incident where Officer Williams had taken it upon himself to assist an elderly couple with a purchase that they had made at Target. Officer Williams assisted them with getting the cart to their car, loading the items into their car, as well as returning the shopping cart to the store, all during a snowstorm. This is not the first time that Officer Williams has displayed random acts of kindness. He clearly made an incredibly positive impression on this couple, and they were truly grateful for his actions. Officer Williams has once again performed in an admirable manner, bringing great support to the Sheridan Police Department. Outstanding work Officer Williams, keep up the great job you are doing.”
Sheila Woolfolk, her daughter Serena, and her son-in-law Officer Bruce Williams
We appreciate our volunteers!
Veterans Honoring Veterans
Pancake Fundraiser was a huge success!
Bob and Fran visiting with friends and supporters
Guests help us help kids
Optimists from other clubs pull together to support each other
Applebee's crew cooking up the breakfasts
Speaker of the Week: Christopher Hornbaker
