Key Peninsula Civic Center: 2025 Network Funding Spotlight

Filed Under: Vibrant Community - Posted @ 8:23pm

Guiding Focus of Network 

Multi-focus Community Center with discounted office and meeting space. 

How Network Was Formed 

Discontinued area high school was transferred by school district to the community in the mid 1940s. 

Shared Successes That Have Emerged From This Network 

Longest continuous youth activity in area or state providing:

• Friday night skate for kids.  

• Meeting/worship space for 2 churches.  

• Rooms for homeschoolers and pre-schools.  

• Sport courts indoor and outdoor.  

• Playground and outdoor pavilion.  

• Rental space for events up to 300 people. 

1-2 Big Goals Your Network is Hoping to Achieve in 2026 

• Celebration of our 70th year in operation.  

• Continue accelerated maintenance of buildings. 

Advice For Others Looking to Leverage Networks to Help Build a Thriving Community

Challenges To Anticipate 

• Ageing volunteers
• Volunteers with specific skills
• Funding atmosphere/landscape 

Tips for Navigating Challenges 

• Finding the volunteer age sweet spot when kids more independent.
• Network and build relationships with other organizations 

How to Build Shared Goals 

Celebrate your staff and volunteers and the impact of your programs.