About us

what we do

A few examples of Foundation activities include: installation of a mobile traffic speed indicator sign on CARC property to enhance the safety of residents and others who live nearby and walk our streets for exercise; provide sound absorbers to improve the acoustics in the Corley Center; purchased new chairs for the Corley Center,  and accepted a donation for landscape planting to make the grounds more attractive; constructed a cover over the Healthcare Center ambulance entrance. Thanks to a generous donation, the Foundation has assisted in development of a wildlife nature garden on site to benefit Clemson Downs residents as well as serve as an educational tool for local schools. 

what’s next

At a recent board meeting the following projects were discussed:

  • The Spot There is a need for electrical power at the Spot.  We have one cost estimate for adding electrical power but it was agreed that additional estimates should be solicited. 
  • The Thicket: A plan for Thicket clearing and planting has been developed by a CU Landscape Architecture student (Alexa) who has met with landscaping professionals.  CU ROTC students will most likely perform additional clearing this Fall.
  • Grant requests have been received for a number of landscaping enhancements outside the Health Care Center and patio furniture. A motion to allocate $700 for the plantings was passed by unanimous vote

our board of directors

Bill Dowler, president
Paul Prichard, vice president
Meg Allan, treasurer
Lance Bell, secretary

Myron Friedman
Mary McCormac
Kimberly Newton
Connie Powell
Matt Watkins

More projects …

A CARC Foundation Board Meeting: Usually held on the 4th Monday, at 3:30pm in the Jackson room.

CLASSES TO ASSIST RESIDENTS WITH DOCUMENT UPDATES.  CARC Foundation has provided several classes titled “Your State of Affairs” to assist residents with updating wills and other important documents. The class has been well received and other classes are being considered.

THE SPOT, a recently renovated area outside the dining room, has become a favorite gathering place for Downs residents.