Mission Statement

The “Why” Senior Citizens Club enhances the lives of seniors by providing programs, information, access to technology, volunteer opportunities, upkeep of facilities and activities that encourage community, active living, and well-being of both permanent and temporary residents in Why, Arizona and surrounding areas. We do this through the collective strengths, resources and expertise provided by the people in the organization.

Vision

The Why Senior Citizens Club focuses on the needs of our organization and community, empowering our members through accessible (physically and financially) programs, facilities, services and opportunities.

Values

Our values:

Dignity – Respecting all who interact with the organization***Diversity – embracing the differences in skills, knowledge, cultural heritage, nationality, gender orientation and religion***Mature people and their families unite to foster a sense of community.

Leadership – The responsibility to provide members and the larger community with opportunities that contribute to life-long well-being.

Fiscal responsibility – Ensuring good stewardship of all revenues and expenditures, and that all monies, contracts and other fiscal responsibilities are handled in a timely matter according to the laws of the state of Arizona and the USA.

Wisdom – Drawing from the accumulated wisdom of our members to benefit the larger community.

Innovation – Reaching out to address the diverse interests and needs of members.

Service – Members assisting members meeting needs for information, assistance and social interaction.

Remembrance – Honoring the presence and passing accomplishments of our members and others in the community.

Joy – Bringing pleasure through education, social events and recreation.