2024 Community IMPACT Report
The Jones Center announces its 2024 Community Impact Report, showcasing the many ways the organization fulfills its mission of fueling community connections to cultivate spaces and experiences where everyone can learn, play and thrive together. The report highlights growth stats and successes over the past year across three primary programmatic pillars: arts & culture, sports & recreation, and science & technology. Also included are details about the Jones Center’s community engagement, regional nonprofit support, and volunteerism.
“This report is a testament to the work we’re doing to grow our public programs and philanthropic initiatives, support local nonprofits, and celebrate Jones team members, volunteers and stakeholders,” said Joe Lloyd, President & CEO.
“With double-digit growth in 2024 for total site visits, memberships, and Access for Everyone scholarships for local families, I am beyond proud of our team,” Lloyd continued. “In 2025, we will continue this momentum, helping our members and guests thrive while creating a healthier, stronger community for all.”
2024 Highlights:
• 596,119 Jones Center visits (10% increase)
• 7,499 Jones Center members (13% increase)
• 1,344 “Access for Everyone” scholarship recipients
• $158K support in scholarships (up 35%)
• 4,094 Jones Center program participants (across the three primary programmatic pillars)
• A growing arts segment with 16 performances (vs. 3 in ’23) attracting 3,240 attendees (up 570%)
• Regional growth in Summer Camp program with 1,094 children served from 33 cities
• 11,154 people attended free community events held at the Jones Center
• 686 service hours recorded by community volunteers
• 93 nonprofit affiliates received $2.5M in in-kind rent and $547K in in-kind rental space
See the infographic on this page for the full report.
“At the Jones Center, we develop programs to meet our community’s needs. We are committed to lasting community impact, whether that be teaching a lifesaving skill or making programs financially accessible,” explains Lydia Corbell, Sr. Director of Programming & Engagement. “Our programs are designed to ensure everyone—at any age and in any stage of life—has an opportunity to learn, play and thrive.”
Some additional program specific highlights from 2024:
Every Child Swims: The Jones Center is committed to teaching community children lifesaving skills. Through a new partnership with Springdale’s Jones Elementary, third graders enjoyed a field trip to the Jones Center where their swim skills were tested. Of the 63 children tested only 13 were able to swim, making 50 children eligible for the program. Those who did not pass were enrolled in free after-school swim lessons for the school year. This pilot program is poised to serve more schools in 2025.
Youth & Adult Classes: The Jones Center offers more than 160 public programs designed to help all ages learn new skills and explore new hobbies.
Expanding Arts Programs: Jones Center founder Bernice Jones dreamed that the Jones Center would be a “major outlet for artistic expression.” Shared arts experiences are proven to strengthen community and support connections. The Jones Center is returning to its roots, expanding arts programming and reestablishing itself as a trusted community resource for artistic experience and expression for all.
