Friends of Benson (FOB)
The Friends of the Dorothy C. Benson Senior Multipurpose Complex, Inc. (FOB) is a nonprofit charitable organization dedicated to supporting and enhancing the programs, services and experiences available at the Benson Center.
FRIENDS OF BENSON
Supporting Benson. Enriching Lives.
The Friends of the Dorothy C. Benson Senior Multipurpose Complex, Inc. (Friends of Benson) was established as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization in 2004 and is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors.
Friends of Benson works alongside the Center to help provide resources that extend beyond traditional funding — creating new opportunities for adults age 55 and older to stay active, engaged, connected and independent.
Together, we make more possible at Benson.
How does FOB support The Center?
Friends of Benson provides supplemental funding for various programs, events and supplies needed in the Multipurpose & Adult Day Center, including the Life Enrichment and Fitness programs. Programs, activities and sponsorship provided by Friends of Benson Center includes:
- Applied for and obtained a grant for partial funding of aqua bikes; FOB provided the remaining cost of the bikes and funded training for instructors.
- Sponsored new wood-working and leather class.
- Sponsored and managed the Uber Pilot Program.
- Funded the installation and 2-year costs of the building’s multi-gig Wi-Fi.
- Created and maintains the center website: https://bensoncenter.org.
- Purchased new laptops for the computer room and classes.
- Purchased rocking chairs for outside the center.
- Purchased new lobby furniture.
- Manages and funds the support for the Benson Center Rental Program.
- Sponsors the Valentine’s Day, Independence Day, Holiday and Anniversary parties.
- Purchased the Benson bus and provided monthly maintenance.
- Provides funding for the licensing of the Benson Notary Public.
- Sponsors the Genealogy Class.
- Subsidies the Foot Clinic.
- Sponsors the weekly “At the Movies” event, showing of the best national and international films.
- Applied for and obtained a grant for Benson’s Swimming Lessons.
- Supplies flowers and labor for the Benson Gardens.
- Applied for a grant to support the implementation of an “On Demand” virtual option for classes. This will expand the reach of Benson’s most popular classes. Targeted rollout: 4th quarter, 2026.
FRIENDS OF BENSON
Our Mission
The mission of Friends of Benson is to advocate, raise funds and support programs and services at the Benson Center that help Fulton County residents age 55 and older live more active, fulfilling and independent lives.
Our Vision
We envision the Benson Center as a welcoming place of connection, discovery and opportunity — where aging adults can explore new interests, build meaningful relationships and enjoy experiences that enrich every stage of life.
FRIENDS OF BENSON
Your Support Makes More Possible
Every Gift Makes a Difference
Every class enjoyed, new skill discovered, friendship formed and opportunity created contributes to the vibrant community that makes Benson so special. Donations to Friends of Benson help provide resources for programs, equipment, technology, special events and services that may not otherwise be possible.
Every gift — at every level — can make a meaningful difference.
Your donation may be made:
- In honor of someone special
- In memory of a loved one
- In support of a specific initiative
- To the Friends of Benson General Fund
As a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, eligible contributions to Friends of Benson may be tax-deductible as permitted by law.
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- Consider making a tax-deductible donation. You may make a gift to honor someone, memorialize a dear one, or simply to the general program fund. Whatever amount you feel is appropriate for you is perfect with us.
You can mail your donation to:
Friends of Benson Inc. Treasurer
6500 Vernon Woods Drive
Sandy Springs, GA 30328
Or donate electronically using the Donate link below (takes you to a secure PayPal site):
Donate Online
Online donations are securely processed through PayPal.
Donate by Mail
Checks and mailed contributions may be sent to:
Friends of Benson, Inc. – Treasurer
6500 Vernon Woods Drive
Sandy Springs, GA 30328