Optimist International is located in Olney, MD. The organization was established in 1944. According to its NTEE Classification (O51) the organization is classified as: Youth Community Service Clubs, under the broad grouping of Youth Development and related organizations. This organization is a subordinate organization within an affiliated group for tax-exemption purposes. Optimist International is a 501(c)(4) and as such, is described as a "Civic League, Social Welfare Organization, and Local Association of Employees" by the IRS.
For the year ending 09/2023, Optimist International generated $113.5k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 4 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 11.3% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $85.1k during the year ending 09/2023. While expenses have increased by 7.3% per year over the past 4 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990EZ
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990EZ Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3
TO AID LOCAL CHARITIES TO CARRY OUT THEIR EXEMPT PROGRAMS
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation | 
|---|---|---|---|
| James Douglas President | 2 | $0 | |
| Edward Justice Treasurer | 0.25 | $0 | |
| John Fratangelo Secretary | 0.25 | $0 | 
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,821 | 
| Total Program Service Revenue | $100,011 | 
| Membership dues | $2,081 | 
| Investment income | $8,622 | 
| Gain or Loss | $0 | 
| Net Income from Gaming & Fundraising | $0 | 
| Other Revenue | $0 | 
| Total Revenue | $113,535 | 
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and similar amounts paid | $0 | 
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 | 
| Salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits | $0 | 
| Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors | $0 | 
| Occupancy, rent, utilities, and maintenance | $0 | 
| Printing, publications, postage, and shipping | $0 | 
| Other expenses | $21,170 | 
| Total expenses | $85,089 | 
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash, savings, and investments | $274,677 | 
| Other assets | $0 | 
| Total assets | $274,677 | 
| Total liabilities | $0 | 
| Net assets or fund balances | $274,677 |