The Norfolk Noon Optimists are a group of like-minded citizens interested in helping “bring out the best in youth, our community and ourselves”. Most of our activity focus on youth, but we are involved with several major community events as well. We also offer opportunities for personal growth, social interaction, and networking.Facebook
Circle of Friends (COF) is a form of Peer Mediated Intervention (PMI). PMI is defined as a treatment approach in which typically developing peers are trained to implement behavioral interventions and facilitate social skills development in special needs populations. Originally implemented with preschoolers, the Circle of Friends model has been used to support individuals on the autism spectrum of all ages through the college level. It can be used to support any student with behavioral or social needs. Website
Our members are youth members of Optimist International. Through service, leadership, and learning activities, we strive to “Bring Out the Best in Youth, Our Community and Ourselves”.Facebook
4-H is a national organization delivered by Cooperative Extension-a community of more than 100 public universities across the nation that provides experiences where young people learn by doing. Youth complete hands-on projects in areas like health, science, agriculture, and citizenship, in a positive environment where they receive guidance from adult mentors and are encouraged to take on proactive leadership roles. Kids expereience 4-H in every county in the country.Website
It is the mission of the NHS Student Council to provide opportunities for students to become admirable young men and women who are positive leaders in their school and community through service, leadership, and demonstration of school pride.Facebook
The mission of the Norfolk Youth Leadership Council is to be an influential voice for youth in the city and make an impact on youth in the community. Email
By providing hope and positive vision, Morning Optimists bring out the best in youth, our communities and ourselves. We are, as part of Optimist International, recognized worldwide as the premier volunteer organization that values all children and helps them develop to their full potential. Facebook
The Primetime Toastmasters Club #8111 provides a supportive and positive learning experience to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth.Website
The mission of the Norfolk Key Club is to serve our community in any way we can, while building leadership skills and character. Our club mainly targets helping the youth of the community as well as low income families. Email
Kiwanis Emerging Leaders is active in the Norfolk community, assisting with multiple events like Fork Fest, Oktoberfest along with hosting our own events like the annual Bar Crawl. We volunteer monthly at the local Head Start program and read to children in their classrooms helping to promote literacy in northeast Nebraska. Our annual Back 9 Bar Crawl fundraiser raises money that we can give back to the community and different youth-focused activities and projects. We love to have social events for our members to network and socialize. Check us out on the first Friday of each month at Noon at Black Cow Fat Pig.Facebook
