Mission Statement

The Framingham Civic League is a community resource that offers programs
and collaborates with other organizations to meet civic, social, recreational and
cultural needs of Framingham and its neighbors.

                                                                            Adopted December 2, 2004

Vision

The Framingham Civic League is recognized for being a resource in building
community for Framingham and its neighbors

                                                                                      Adopted June 25, 2006

Vision Statements

                                                                                   Adopted October, 2004

1.  The Mission of the Framingham Civic League is broadly understood and supported
   by the community.

2. The Framingham Civic League is a vibrant center, open to all.

3. The Framingham Civic League addresses the broad range of interests and needs of individuals and families.

4. The Framingham Civic League maintains a Council of 15 active members.

5. The Framingham Civic League maintains financial viability, including balanced budgets for operations, a plan for property maintenance and capital improvements, and a plan for growing the endowment.

6. The building is attractive and fully utilized.

7. The Framingham Civic League is a cornerstone of the downtown Cultural District in Framingham.

8. The Framingham Civic League collaborates with other organizations and community leaders to fulfill its Mission.

Strategic Plan      
                                                                              Adopted November, 2007

GOALS                                                                               

1. Council Development:  By 2008, the mission of the FCL will be well-supported by a robust and active Council whose members are broadly representative of the residential and business communities, with the following responsibilities: representing the Civic League in various meetings, activities and organizations; raise awareness and funds from neighbors and associates; enlist friends and associate s as volunteers of the Civic League; provide time and funds to support the mission and goals of the Framingham Civic League.
    

2. Facility: By 2008, the facility will pass updated fire safety standards and will be fully accessible on each side of the building (ground level).  By 2009, electric work will be completed in the Dennison building to make the auditorium fully functioning for the range of activities needed.  A partnership with local landscapers will address the external needs of the building and use our unique location as an educational opportunity in “green” landscaping.
    

3. Stonehaven Land: By 2008 we will have transferred the ownership of the Stonehaven land to another nonprofit or civic entity that meets the original terms of use outlined by the Stone bequest.
    

4. Finances:  Through fundraising, programs and rentals, the FCL will achieve a breakeven operating budget by FY2009: A fundraising committee set up of Council members, staff and community members will design one major event per year to start in 2008 to raise at least $15,000 for operating support.

    

5. Program Development:

   • The FCL will launch a Youth Center program in Summer 2008 which will meet the recreational needs of Framingham youth (between 5 and 18 years old) and will plan for an after school and vacation program starting in Fall 2008. 
      

   • The Framingham Community Theater will hold two performances in the 2007/08 season and three performances per season.
      

   • The ESL program will continue to offer classes in four semesters throughout the year with scholarship funds available to offset the cost for at least 25% of the students by 2008
      

   • The Saturday Meals program will continue to serve the most in need members of our community and will have sufficient financial support to cover both operating and capital needs
      

   • A partnership with a concert producer will provide a safe, welcoming space for young people (under 21) to hear live music at an affordable price.
      

   • Community groups will be welcome to rent our space when available for their own events; rental rates will reflect our commitment to being a community resource for everyone; corporate support will be requested to underwrite the costs of opening our space to small nonprofit and civic organizations
      

   • Partnerships with community organizations such as the Charter School, Performing Arts Center of Metrowest, Danforth Museum of Art and Garden in the Woods will build the sense of community within Metrowest and will foster new collaborative programming