The Senior Center, aka "The Social Event Center"
The "Hamilton Senior Center Inc." was incorporated and registered with the Secretary of State of Montana in 1991. The Center is a 501-C-3 organization. The operation is staffed by all volunteers, with the exception of a certified cook and helper.
o The Hamilton Senior Center is managed by a four-member Board
of Directors and two Directors at large.
o There are currently over 150 members of the "Corporation"
o Citizens of all ages may use our services and facilities. Our primary
mission is to support senior citizens' needs for healthy food and
provide a healthy, safe place for all citizens to engage socially.
o We provide inexpensive, fresh made, 4-course lunch meals three
days a week. Seniors receive a 40% discount provided by the
Council on Aging.
o Members of the Corporation and the general public may rent the
facility for social gatherings and meetings. Regular renters, such as
the "Toastmasters" (an adult public-speaking group), line dancing
class, two bridge clubs, other card gaming groups and bingo
games, help us generate revenue.
o We rely on membership dues and donations from members, the
general public, philanthropic organizations, foundations, and
sponsorship programs to meet our operating expenses
o Our current focus is on rebuilding our organization and service
offering as follows:
- Recruit at least 6 individuals interested in volunteering so we can
execute our plan.
- Expand our operation by adding activities targeted to non-seniors,
such as educational focus groups, high school student dances,
concerts, talent shows and festive holiday activities that bring
people together to interact positively.
- Improve our presence on Social Media
- Stabilize our revenue stream to allow for expanded activities and
unexpected emergencies.
- Continue to improve so that everyone has fun and good quality
social interactions at our center.