About Us

History


The Canby Adult Center began as a Loaves and Fishes meals program operating part-time out of St. Patrick’s Church in 1973.  Funding came from Title III and Title VII funds, state and county funds, and church and private donations. By 1980, it became clear that a permanent senior services center was needed, so the City of Canby applied for, and received, Community Development Block Grant funds to build the facility still in use today. The Friends of the Canby Adult Center raised the additional funds needed to furnish, equip and staff the new building.

The current building sits on a larger Canby School District parcel of land that also includes the Canby Swim Center; that property is leased by the City of Canby.  The Canby Adult Center (CAC), in turn, rents the building from the City through an annual renewable lease; the City of Canby began charging CAC a nominal rent in 2010.  Beginning as a meals program serving homebound seniors, CAC gradually added in other services, including hot onsite meals, daily transportation to and from the Center, exercise classes, day trips, speakers series, a variety of wellness and recreational activities and individual consultations.

Who We Are

The Canby Adult Center is a private  501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, formally incorporated as the Friends of Canby Adult Center, Inc., in 1987. We adopted the following Mission statement in June 2017:

“Creating a community that embraces the challenges and opportunities of older adulthood”.

Our values are not an expression of what we do, but the spirit in which we do them. Please join us in making the Canby Adult Center a community, and a place, guided every day by the following core values:

  • Mutual support
  • Diversity and inclusivity
  • A welcoming environment
  • A positive approach to every challenge
  • Respect and compassion for each other
  • Integrity, sound stewardship and excellence in all that we do
 
 
 
 
 

Board of Directors

 
The Canby Adult Center is governed by a nine-member, volunteer Board of Directors, elected for three year terms. Terms are staggered such that three members come up for re-election, or retirement, every three years. Board members may serve a maximum of two terms, or a total of six years. The Board of Directors is the governing and policy-making body of the Friends of Canby Adult Center, Inc.; The Board approves the budget, sets policy and hires and supervises the Executive Director. Board members act on behalf of the membership of the organization.

2024– 2025 Board members:

Chair
Loren Bell
Term Ends: 9/2026

Vice-Chair
Matt English
Term Ends: 9/2027

Treasurer
Keith Galitz
Term Ends: 9/2027

Secretary
Sandie Field
Term Ends: 9/2025

Robert “Cash” McCall
Term Ends: 9/2025

Brandon Leonard
Term Ends: 9/2026

Tim Nichols
Term Ends: 9/2025

Joyce Peters
Term Ends: 9/2026

Michael Vissers
Term Ends: 9/2027

Our Staff

Director
Kathy Robinson

Support Services
Timpra McKenzie

Client Services
Wendy May

Food Services Manager
Mary Ellis

Meals on Wheels
Jeanne Vodka – Coordinator
Judy Long
Janet Skinner

Kitchen Staff
Daniel Campa – Asst Cook
Carol Clark
Beth Millican
Ralene Tennis
Garrett Lisenbee

Wellness Programs
Mindy Tilden

Transportation/Travel 
Lynne Bonnell – Coordinator
Frank Hosford
Scott Goetchius
Karen Reinhard
Jerry Moss

The Canby Adult Center benefits from a wide variety of support, both financial and in-kind.  Our annual income is composed primarily of the following:

  • Investment income: 49%
  • Federal and state support: 26%
  • Donation income: 14%
  • Fundraising: 11%

Sources of Support

Donation income comes through participant contributions for meals and other services, membership fees, and memorials and bequests. CAC holds several fundraisers every year, the most important of which is our Annual Appeal, launched every November. Government support primarily includes Older Americans Act, Medicaid and Ride Connection funding. 

Finally, our investment income is generated mostly from a significant endowment, given to the Center by a grateful client, Alan Glasgow, in 2004. His $4.2 million gift has grown to almost $7 million in 2017, and is managed by Quest Investments, Inc. As per Center policy, up to 5% may be drawn upon annually to support operating expenses. A larger portion is designated as “unrestricted”, available for use in the event of an unforeseen significant expense.

In addition to cash income, the Center receives in-kind donations from many local businesses and individuals – they are too numerous to note here, but their support is invaluable to the Center.

Rentals

The Center is available for rent for private functions and events outside of normal operating hours. Part or all of the building is frequently used for anniversary celebrations, birthday parties, memorials and large meetings. Catering and alcohol services are allowed pending the availability of appropriate staff. Kitchen use is NOT allowed unless a food services employee is present at the event. Please call the Center for more information on facility rental.

The Canby Adult Center is funded by:
• Donations from valued supporters
• Fundraising events
• Federal & County contracts
• Bequests
• Yearly membership
• Rental of the building
• Fees for services
• Interest from the endowment

Thanks to all of our supporters!

The Canby Adult Center is a registered non-profit organization—Federal Tax ID# 93-0943494