Forsyth Senior Friendship Center: Celebrates 40 years of service, groundbreaking July 24 for new building

The Senior Friendship Center in Forsyth is celebrating 40 years of service to our community and will be breaking ground on their new building July 24, 2025, at 1 p.m. The new building will be adjacent to the Farmer’s and Artisans’ Market at 11048 U.S. Hwy. 76, Forsyth. Please check their Facebook page and website for updates. This project has been made possible by grants from the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, Taney County Commission ARPA Funds, funding from White River Electric Economic Development, NAP Tax Credits and proceeds from the Senior Thrift Store, Senior Furniture Store, Farmer’s & Artisans Market and private donations.

Businesses interested in supporting the Senior Friendship Center have the opportunity to participate in their 70% Missouri NAP tax credit program, with approximately $280,000 in credits remaining. Everyone can help by buying a brick or donating and continuing to support the Senior Thrift and Furniture stores and Farmers & Artisans Market. For more information, visit SeniorFriendshipCenter.com.

About the Senior Friendship Center

As a nonprofit organization, the Senior Friendship Center has spent the past 40 years empowering seniors and building vibrant community connections in Forsyth and beyond. Dedicated to enriching the lives of seniors through connection, community and purpose, the Center offers dynamic programming, volunteer opportunities and events that promote health, wellness and social engagement. Behind everything the Senior Friendship Center does is a powerhouse team of board members and volunteers who bring vision, energy and purpose to everything they do.

“Our evolution of senior living marks the rise of a new generation—one that embraces vitality, purpose and active engagement in every stage of life,” says Board President Glenda Hunt. “We encourage everyone to participate with us to experience our level of enthusiasm for life.”