Our Vision

A Place to Swim, Play, Exercise and Socialize

Our 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Valley Community Center Partners, is working to create a central place that promotes social connection, physical and mental wellness, and recreational opportunities for the entire St. Croix Valley region. At this time, no equivalent community resource exists.

Valley Community Center is a huge economic opportunity that will supercharge Washington County as an asset to residents, as well as a regional destination, creating many year-round full and part-time jobs for residents, along with hundreds of construction jobs.

Tens of thousands of visitors annually will benefit from a gathering place that promotes mental health and physical wellness, centered on the values of equality and accessibility.

Location

The centrally located Valley Community Center’s strategic position will make it the perfect location to unite Washington County’s 33 communities, and serve the entire region.

Our demographics analysis shows a strong need for this facility.

Our goal is to offer a centralized space for health, wellness and recreation.

Access to a well-designed, accessible, and flexible-use facility will allow community members to flourish.

Families who play together stay together

The adage that “families who play together stay together” highlights the benefit of play in social integration and well-being. It is becoming increasingly difficult for families to balance the critical role of family recreation with work, home, and social media. In addition, our population is aging with increasing health and social challenges. Social isolation is now identified as one of the biggest health challenges in our country today. Valley Community Center will provide a place to gather - perhaps enjoying a cup of coffee with friends – and an opportunity to connect with others.

Benefits of a Community Center

A community center is a place to grow tomorrow’s leaders. A space for group-based activities encourages participation and social cohesion.

Opportunities

For all ages

Within a community, opportunities for wellness and connection take place in multi-use facilities where opportunities abound for socializing, amateur sports, and personal and group fitness. Community centers that offer these spaces play a vital role in allowing members to tap into social, physical, and economic benefits while building connections.

Inclusivity

For all people

A variety of healthy activities in a social environment are an inclusive way to encourage overall health and wellness in a community. Varieties of programs and spaces function together to increase interaction, provide flexibility and offer convenience to families having differing interests.

Accessibility

For all abilities

Great community centers are fully accessible. Their amenities are well planned, sized to be flexible and offer a variety of experiences. They serve as community hubs where individuals and families of all abilities, cultures, and orientations can gather.

Shared Experiences

For the entire community

Through shared experiences, community members gain an understanding of their surrounding neighborhoods and towns. Sharing a community center encourages its members to foster stronger social bonds and contributes to a sense of neighborhood and togetherness, promoting a better quality of life.