welcome!
anderson island community fitness center
Our mission is to provide an educational, friendly, and inviting experience that helps individuals in our community achieve their fitness goals.
Since its establishment in June 2010, the Anderson Island Community Fitness Center (AICFC), a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization, has been dedicated to enhancing the physical well-being of Anderson Island residents. Our fully equipped and accessible facility is committed to serving the community for generations.
As part of our commitment, we offer FREE ‘Senior Activity for Independent Living’ (SAIL) classes to ALL seniors in our community. These classes are held at the Archival Building on Tuesdays at 10:00 AM and Thursdays at 9:30 AM for all senior island residents.
High School Teens aged 16-18, who are local island residents, receive free gym membership. Contact Treasurer@aigym.org to learn more.
We invite you to contact us to learn more about becoming a fitness center member and starting your fitness journey.
Your Board of Directors is
Chair: Jami Hoppen, president@aigym.org
Vice Chair: Stephanie Hyatt, operations@aigym.org
Treasurer: Jaleah Delphino-Smith, treasurer@aigym.org
Communications Chair: Natalie Butler, communications@aigym.org
Secretary: Sophia Schellhamer
Member at Large: Cheryl Babo
Member at Large: Mike Jahn
Gym Manager: Michelle Ames, manager@aigym.org
Anderson Island Community Fitness Center is a 501(c)(3) Charitable Organization.
Dedication to Fitness
We are dedicated to everything fitness! From cardiovascular to medicine balls to resistance training, we offer various classes and equipment to help you reach your fitness goals.
Personal Training
Do you need help staying motivated and reaching your fitness goals? Please consult our gym manager, who can help you develop a training plan.
Helping MEMBERS Focus on Health
We offer a dedicated space for health and fitness for our island residents. Our free classes will help you maintain strong, flexible muscles.
Board of directors meeting minutes
AICFC Board Meeting Minutes March 21st, 2026
AICFC Annual Member Meeting Minutes March 21st, 2026
**Members Present:** Jami Hoppen, Michelle Ames, Mike Jahn, Cheryl Babo, Jaleah
Delphino-Smith, Sophia Schellhamer, Stephanie Hyatt
**Absent**Natalie Butler
**Call to order**
Meeting Called to order at 10:06 am on March 21st, 2026
**Chairman Report **
● Attempted follow-up with Parks Department; update delayed due to missing
email communication
● Plan to contact the department directly and schedule a meeting
● Update expected at next board meeting
Need future discussion on:
● Continued coordination with Parks Department regarding facility planning
**Vice Chair Report**
● Reminder to contact the Vice Chair for any issues accessing Teams or email systems
● Some members reported difficulty with login, file transfers, and PDF uploads
**Gym Manager Report**
Usage & Growth
● February visits: 672 (up from 447 last year)
● Class attendance increased to 139 (from 97)
Programs & Participation
● Monday classes successfully added; strong attendance
● Men’s class performing well (minor dip during spring break)
● Increased participation from Sherry’s former clients transitioning into the gym
programs
Insurance Program Growth
● Insurance-based visits increased significantly: 9 → 125
● Demonstrates strong community outreach and supports grant eligibility
Operations & Community Impact
● Social engagement is identified as a key driver of attendance
● Programs supporting seniors help reduce isolation and improve activity levels
Future Considerations
● Explore adding evening classes (5–6 PM range) for working individuals
● Potential collaboration with a yoga instructor for expanded offerings
**Secretary Report**
● No update
**Treasurer Report**
Membership & Revenue
● Regular members: 110
● Insurance-based memberships: approximately 400
● Total income: approximately $84,000
Financial Updates
● Transition to quarterly tax payments
● Annual filing fee submitted
Planning & Systems
● Currently using two QuickBooks systems:
○ New: financial tracking
○ Old: invoicing
● Long-term plan to transition to a gym management system for:
○ Payments
○ Membership tracking
○ Facility access
**Grants / Fundraising**
● Grant writer research conducted
○ Cost range: $90–$130/hour
○ Limited availability
● Actions taken:
○ Submitted grant to Names Foundation
○ Identified additional opportunities:
Nisqually Tribe
Puyallup Tribe
● Plan to subscribe to grant database (likely quarterly access)
**Golf Tournament Fundraiser**
Event Overview
● Website and donation platform (DonorBox) completed
● Facebook announcement launched
● Martha Smith’s room is reserved for event day
Sponsorships
● Priority: secure Top Billing Sponsor
○ Covers key expenses (advertising, insurance, prizes)
● Sponsorship outreach includes:
○ Businesses
○ Community groups
○ Individuals
● Board members encouraged to assist with outreach
Volunteers
● Strong early interest in volunteering
● Recruitment progressing well
Marketing
● Daily social media posting strategy initiated
● Canva Pro secured (free nonprofit access) for marketing materials
**Next Board Meeting**
April 18th, 2026 10:00 Archival Farm Building