Current status

The Senior Activity Center (SAC) of Smyrna has experienced unprecedented growth since the COVID-19 pandemic. Currently serving 700 active seniors from Rutherford and surrounding counties, the SAC projects its membership to exceed 1,000 by 2027. This surge in growth reflects the increasing demand for programs and activities that educate, engage, and enhance the lives of older adults (https://smyrnaseniorcenter.org/activities/). 

The current facility can only accommodate 200 people at one time, a capacity that is insufficient to meet the expanding needs of its members. This limitation restricts the SAC’s ability to offer a broader range of programs and adequately support the growing senior population in the community.

Recognizing the critical need for expansion, the Town of Smyrna has graciously donated 5 acres of land to support the SAC’s future growth. Additionally, the SAC has successfully raised over $2 million in donations and pledges towards the development of a new, state-of-the-art facility. Our goal is to raise $6 million to bring this vision to life, and we need the support of local businesses and the community to achieve it.