activities · 3
what they do
direct service · 3
- Charitable Fundraising Charity Sports & Recreation TournamentsThe organization donates proceeds from specific events, such as Lounge Nights, to local charities like SCW Prides & Helping Hands.
- Membership Management and Communication Member Meetings and ConventionsThe organization manages its membership by collecting annual dues, selling name badges, and maintaining a contact list to distribute email updates about club events to members. It also holds general membership meetings four times per year.
- Organizing Social Events and Gatherings Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsThe organization hosts a variety of social activities and events for its members, including wine tastings, book club meetings, happy hours, card and game nights, special events, dances, concerts, bowling leagues, tours, entertainment nights, and progressive dinners. These events occur regularly, some on a monthly or weekly basis, and include specific events like Game Show Events, Boomer Bingo, and themed parties.
strategies · 5
how they think
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- Accessible Community Membership community_membership_modelThe club fosters broad participation by maintaining a simple, low-barrier membership model that requires minimal prerequisites beyond a community recreation card and a shared interest in social engagement.
- Facilitating Member Connection and Engagement community_buildingThe club actively creates opportunities for members to socialize, meet new people, and participate in a variety of activities and events, thereby fostering a sense of community and belonging.
- Member-Driven Social Programming member-driven programmingThe club organizes social activities and events based on proposals and interests generated by its members, ensuring relevance and engagement.
- Membership Engagement Tracking for Chartered Status membership_trackingThe club tracks member attendance at events to ensure compliance with chartered club requirements, which mandate a minimum percentage of members attending at least one event annually, thereby maintaining its official status and benefits.
- Peer-to-Peer Member Support for Event Access member_supportThe club leverages social media platforms to enable members to support each other by facilitating the resale of event tickets, ensuring that more members can attend events and reducing waste.
named programs · 9
what they call their work
Acoustic Jam Sessions
Weekly music-making event on Tuesdays from 6:00–7:30 PM at the clubhouse, hosted by a member
Adventures & Tours
Organized excursions outside Sun City West, such as trips to Page, AZ, allowing members to explore natural attractions and plan shared itineraries
Book Club
Monthly book discussion held on the first Monday at the Boomers Club House; features themed readings and open to all members
Boomer Bingo
Bingo event held monthly with 15 included game sheets; costs $5 per person and is limited to club members
Card and Game Nights
Weekly events featuring games like Rummikub, Mahjong, Spades, Euchre, Hand & Foot, and others at the Boomers Clubhouse
No-Tap Boomer Bowling League
Seasonal bowling league running October–March every other week; includes teams of four and an end-of-season party with prizes
Progressive Dinners
Monthly dinner gatherings organized into small groups of 6–8 members who host rotating courses in private homes
Water Volleyball
Recreational indoor water volleyball played at Palm Ridge Rec Center on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 5:00–7:00 PM
Wine Tasting Groups
Social wine tasting events held in members' homes; groups of 8–10 organized by the club’s wine coordinator
relationships · 2
who they work with
- PayPal Partner — Processes online membership payments and credit card transactions for the club.
- SCW Prides & Helping Hands Partner — Recipient of Lounge Night proceeds.