Operations & Facilities

Risk management is one of the most important aspects of ensuring a community rec center runs effectively and safely. With diverse users participating in a...

Ben Ludwig shares his strategies for how to best build a workforce at community rec centers while ensuring full-time employees are thriving. We do meaningful...

Every time I walk into a room, the energy is the same: curiosity, willingness and a stack of questions nobody feels entirely comfortable asking out...

In episode 29, Andrew Page, the president and CEO of the Grand Traverse Bay YMCA, shares how to cultivate a productive workforce that thrives through...

According to the 2026 Nonprofit AI Adoption Report by Virtuous, 92% of nonprofits now use AI tools in some capacity. However, only 7% have embedded...

The buzz about artificial intelligence continues to get louder, but each time I enter a room of community-focused leaders, they're stumped by the same question:...

According to Indeed, the talent market for hiring is as tumultuous and competitive as it ever has been. Therefore, it’s crucial for employers to start...

Community recreation centers are managing increasingly complex environments. Schedules are fuller and expectations are higher than ever. As expectations rise and operational complexity grows, having...

Ben Ludwig details the importance of creating predictable revenue and how to sustain revenue-generating programs. When I look at the recreational landscape, I often compare...

Our favorite takeaways and lessons learned from the 2025 Community Rec Magazine cover stories. Another year is now over, and it’s time to look back...