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Gardner Senior Center reports record volunteer hours and a successful Thanksgiving drive

Gardner Senior Center Board · December 1, 2025
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Staff reported FY25 program growth: 751 volunteers logged about 23,000 hours, donated goods/services totaled nearly $301,000, and a Thanksgiving drive-through served more than 350 meals with police and DPW support; parking and dining-room attendance were discussed as operational challenges.

Speaker 2 presented an overview of FY25 programs and volunteer activity and highlighted a substantial increase in service volume. Staff reported 751 volunteers contributing roughly 23,000 hours across ~3,290 program activities and events, with 17 paid contractors contributing about 915 hours. Speaker 2 said total FY25 revenue, including city appropriations, grants and program fees, was $334,378…

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