Friends of Community Fitness awarded $5,000 grant from Maine Community Foundation
GUILFORD — Friends of Community Fitness is proud to announce it has been awarded a $5,000 grant from the Maine Community Foundation. This generous funding will support key projects planned for 2025 that enhance the health and wellness offerings of the center for its 1,000-plus members from Guilford and surrounding towns.
The grant will be used to upgrade existing equipment, replacing it with new, space-optimizing machines that will provide a wider variety of workout options for members. In addition, part of the funding will go toward the creation of a new outdoor bocce ball court, scheduled to be completed this summer. This court will offer a fun, social and inclusive outdoor activity for all ages and ability levels.
“We are incredibly grateful to the Maine Community Foundation for their support,” said Britney Gallagher, executive director of Friends of Community Fitness. “These funds help us continue our mission to make fitness and wellness accessible, enjoyable, and community-centered.”
Located in Guilford, Friends of Community Fitness is a nonprofit fitness and community center dedicated to promoting a healthy lifestyle. The center offers more than 40 weekly programs — free to members — including strength training, yoga, cardio, wellness classes and social events. Its mission is to provide accessible physical exercise, social engagement and educational opportunities for people of all ages and financial means.
As the center continues to grow, grants like this one are vital in maintaining and expanding services that benefit the entire community. The addition of improved equipment and a bocce court supports both fitness and connection — core values of the Friends of Community Fitness philosophy.
Friends of Community Fitness is a nonprofit organization based in Guilford. Our mission is to promote a healthy lifestyle through accessible physical exercise, social engagement and educational programs for people of all ages and financial backgrounds. With over 1,000 members and 40-plus free weekly programs, we are proud to be a hub for wellness and community in the region.
The Maine Community Foundation works with donors and community partners to improve the quality of life for all Maine people. Through strategic grantmaking and donor engagement, the foundation supports nonprofits and community organizations across the state.