About - The Community Center @ AFC

ABOUT THE

Community Center

Mission

We’re here to serve the community, bridge gaps, and share hope. We extend a hand not only to ease suffering, but also to break cycles of poverty, and reach out to those who have been marginalized. We want to create a radically inclusive, just, and loving community.

Our 5 Foundational Pillars

Would you like opportunities to grow with others in a loving, inclusive community? You’re invited to come to our events and gathering spaces. We’re excited to offer these ways to connect us with each other.

We partner with community businesses and leaders to bring transformative classes and life skills training. We want to empower our neighborhood by offering a variety of learning opportunities.

These programs are here to strengthen our community. We want to offer hope and encouragement to those who are in need and see our community fully restored.

We build a healthy community through education and meeting the needs of our neighbors.

We aim to stay informed and use the best practices for each area of service we provide. We strive to use our resources to ensure the safest encounters for both the people we serve and those who serve with us.

Gather

Education

Community

Health

Safety

Gather

Education

Community

Health

Safety

Indoor & Outdoor Facilities

Playzone

Located inside the Community Center, the Playzone includes a makers’ space, massive playcenter, climbing wall, and more. It is FREE for the community and is attended by volunteers or staff, with an emphasis on safety and security. Check it out…seeing is believing!

The Gathering Place

We’ve reclaimed an empty lot in our neighborhood and made it into an outdoor space with a sand volleyball court and a shelter. Visit anytime dawn-dusk to connect, play, and enjoy community together. Located at 2504 Jackson Street

Tire Park

The Tire Park is an awesome place for kids and families to enjoy playing outdoors. It’s available for free and open from dawn to dusk. Located at 2504 Jackson Street

Basketball Court

Enjoy sports in our fenced-in area outside with a basketball and pickleball court. This area will also be used for corn hole tournaments and more.

Community Garden

Would you like to give back to your community by getting outside in the fresh air and tending to plants? We would love to have you participate in the planting and upkeep of the garden!

Bookstore

We keep prices as low as possible and keep our shelves stocked with a fresh selection of great books for all ages. Browse the bookstore anytime the Community Center is open and ask a volunteer if you wish to purchase a book.

Luna Coffee Bar

We developed a special roast just for Luna Coffee. Give it a try – we know you’ll be back for more! But we believe in more than just serving a great cup of coffee. By purchasing a cup of Luna Coffee you are supporting missions around the world.

The Gathering Space

This large multi-purpose room and stage is connected to the outdoor patio, Luna cafe, and Playzone. It is open to the public during Community Center hours and can be reserved as event space by non-profit groups or corporate events.

Patio

This welcoming outdoor space was designed as an extension of our stage and cafe area for use in pleasant weather. It is well-lit and fully accessible with wheelchair ramps to outdoor seating beside our outdoor basketball and pickleball court.

Community Center Leadership

Dr. Joseph
Dagostino III

Overseer

Andrew
Caplinger

Board of Directors

Lisa
Cannon

Board of Directors

Keri
Kardatzke

Board of Directors

Darrell
Stephens

Board of Directors

Lindsey
Kardatzke

Board of Directors

Briana
Price

Board of Directors

Shelly
DeLong

Board of Directors

Pastor Joey
Claus

Board of Directors

Contact Us

Address

2301 Meridian St
Anderson, IN 46016

Phone

765-643-3137

Phone

765-643-3137

EVERYDAY HAPPENINGS

Budget Stretchers

University Degrees

Health Initiatives

EVERYDAY HAPPENINGS

Budget Stretchers

University Degrees

Health Initiatives

ABOUT THE

Mission

Our 5 Foundational Pillars