MISSION STATEMENT
Polk Senior Games provides an annual event of competitive athletic and recreational events for men and women 50 years and over. The Games promote an active, healthy lifestyle, an interest in sports, and volunteerism. The Games offer something for everyone - the serious competitor, the fun at heart, the seasoned athlete, and the physically challenged. |
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GOLD SPONSOR
18th year as sponsor
SILVER SPONSOR
We need a new sponsor!
BRONZE SPONSOR
JAMES W. SIKES
FAMILY
17th year as sponsor
.JPG)
8th year as sponsor
Website Sponsored by
Gus and Lisa Palas
Palas Events, L.L.C.
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Polk Senior Games is a
501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, meaning it is designated by the IRS as a charitable cause, is exempt from federal income tax and can accept tax-deductible donations. Funding for the Games is raised through entry fees, sponsorships and donations. |
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HISTORY
Nancye Thornberry of Lakeland was inspired to start senior games in Polk County after watching her 70-year old brother compete in the National Senior Games. In 1991, with the support of local businesses, county & city governments, and community leaders, Polk Senior Games was organized as a public charity with the purpose of providing an annual series of competitive athletic and recreational events for men and women, ages 55 and over. The minimum age changed to 50 in 1997. In November 1992, 200 volunteers presented the first annual Polk Senior Games with 777 seniors competing in 15 sports and games. Over the last fifteen years, Polk Senior Games has grown along with the age group it serves. In 2009, 2,540 seniors participated in 36 sports and games presented by a salaried Executive Director, a 50 member Board of Directors and over 600
event volunteers.
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