Addressing the Community's Most Pressing Needs
Since 2000, Gig Harbor’s senior population has grown dramatically — increasing by nearly 86% among residents aged 65 and older. While the Gig Harbor Senior Center has worked diligently to meet these needs, it has operated from a shared, non-purpose-built space since 2019. At the same time, the community lacks flexible spaces for events, performances, and other gatherings— and opportunities for residents of all ages to connect with nature and one another.
The Harbor Center directly addresses these needs by establishing a permanent, purpose-built facility that unites senior programs, shared community spaces, and protected lands.
“This project represents the best of Gig Harbor — collaboration, stewardship, and compassion.” — Gig Harbor Resident
Built by Many Hands
More than four years in the making, the Harbor Center project reflects the time, dedication, creativity, and collaboration of hundreds of community members who have helped shape the design and vision through surveys, design workshops, focus groups, and volunteer task force. Guided by the Greater Gig Harbor Foundation with support from key organizations, dedicated partners and community leaders, the community plan received formal permit approval on September 19, 2025 — marking a major step toward bringing the Harbor Center to life.
GGHF leads the community team, vision, capital campaign, and long-term stewardship of the Harbor Center — championing a community-driven legacy of lasting public benefit.
The primary community partner dedicated to providing diverse programs and services that promote connection, wellness, and lifelong learning — empowering seniors to thrive!
Anchoring the Environmental Learning Center, offering programs for all ages that inspire care for the environment, our communities, and the planet.
The Community
The community powers the vision, collaboration, and shared investment that will bring the Harbor Center to life for generations to come.