ANNUAL OPTIMIST CHARITY BOWLING TOURNAMENT

Want to strike up some fun and help raise money for Bismarck Optimist Club and a local charity? Bismarck Optimist Club is proud to sponsor their annual bowling tournament in the fall of each year. Each team consists of four individuals and each team is guaranteed three games of bowling. The event also features a silent auction with fantastic items to bid on and a Battle of the Banks competition for all participating bank teams.

Our 11th annual Optimist Club Charity Bowling Tournament was held on October 11, 2025, at Midway Lanes. Teams were encouraged to dress up in their favorite movie stars or celebrities. This year's charity is Foster Hope. This non-profit started up in 2023 and provides new and gently used clothing along with a new suitcase to kids that are going into foster care.  Foster Hope recently opened a store in downtown Mandan where foster families can shop for clothes free of charge.  Their organization has touched the lives of more than 2000 kids.

Grand Champion- BNC Bank

Battle of the Banks competition- BNC Bank

Team Spirit- ZZ Pin Drop

Best Costumes- Functioning Bowlaholics

Most Creative Team Name- Functioning Bowlaholics

Highest Team Bowling Score (non-bank)  Functioning Bowlaholics

Lowest Team Bowling Score (non-bank)  Little Mermaid Family