About Lincoln Community Center
Our values explicitly state the beliefs, principles, and values that Lincoln Community Center wishes to model for the children, adults, staff, community, and Board of Directors. The descriptors represent the living history of LCC.
Our Facility
Our historic building blends the amenities we’ve always offered to Troy, like a pool, playground, basketball courts, and classrooms, with modern spaces to accommodate today’s members. In 2021, the Center opened a 21,803 sq.ft. expansion. The addition includes a high school regulation gym, lobby/reception area, program and activities rooms, weight room with locker rooms, storage space, staff offices, conference room, and a concession area.
Core Values
Safe Haven
Educating, informing, and uplifting the Troy Community for over 150 years, the Lincoln Community Center’s Board of Directors, staff, and volunteers are committed to providing a safe haven for youth and adults alike who wish to participate in the many programs the Center has to offer. LCC will maintain a safe, non-threatening, and friendly environment for all.
Mentoring
LCC staff and volunteers often provide formal and informal mentoring support. By modeling compassion and understanding and by teaching personal growth, self-esteem, social responsibility, and goal-setting strategies, youth and adults are given the opportunity in which to learn, grow, and reach their full potential.
Diversity
Lincoln Community Center’s vision and mission offer educational, recreational, and mentoring opportunities for all ethnicities and age groups in the Troy community.
Affordability
LCC’s Board of Directors acknowledges a responsibility to ensure that the programs and activities at the Center are available to anyone regardless of income or ability to pay fees.
Community Collaboration
Lincoln Community Center is a vital piece of the Troy community – contributing to the quality of life of its citizens. Duties will include collaboration with area schools, the City of Troy, non-profit organizations, the business community, and other interested citizens and groups to ensure the center’s future success.
Leadership
Kim Rupert
Executive Director
Kim Rupert grew up in Troy, Ohio. She and her husband Dan have two adult daughters and three adopted boys still living at home. She went to Miami East High School, and got her Bachelor of Science in Education with an English minor at Wright State University. She completed her Master’s Degree in Administration at The University of Dayton. She has taught in private and public schools, been an adjunct professor, and has worked the last 20 years in non-profit administration as a consultant focusing on best practices, fundraising, fiscal responsibility and donor engagement. She has also served as a children’s advocate through Miami County CASA, various local and state agencies, and worked on foster care and kinship advocacy and reform. Dan and Kim enjoy international travel together, being with their family in the back yard, and camping with the boys.
Marcus Couch
Operations Manager
Born and raised in Dayton and Troy, Marcus Couch is a familiar face at the LCC. A Troy High School graduate from the class of 2005, Marcus has been involved at LCC since his fifth-grade year and has now transitioned into a role within the administrative staff. Known for his leadership and coaching skills, Marcus serves as the head freshman football coach at Troy High School. He has also lent his expertise to coaching positions with Troy Junior basketball and football at Northwestern High School. Marcus finds fulfillment in working with youth at the LCC to instill a positive outlook on society. At home, he resides with his wife Danielle and his children, Cameron, Faith, and Annalise.
Julio Herrera
Health, Safety and Fitness Manager
Julio Herrera, a native of Cali, Colombia, made the journey to the United States thirteen years ago. For the past fourteen years, he has shared his life with his wife Lydia Harger and their son Samuel David. Julio's background as a university athlete with a sports scholarship in track and field has fueled his passion for coaching. After graduating with a degree in sports sciences in 2003, Julio has a wealth of experience coaching track and field at universities and schools in his home country. Julio specializes in injury prevention for young athletes. Having transitioned to the U.S., Julio has dedicated his skills to two school districts in the Dayton area before settling in for an enriching tenure at the Lincoln Center. Throughout his time there, Julio has had the pleasure of connecting with many remarkable individuals. Julio's love for all types of food reflects his appreciation for the diverse culinary experiences life has to offer.
Jen Nova
Garden/Volunteer Coordinator
Hailing from Troy, Jen Nova was raised in a family with a deep love for hockey. A scholar athlete and former captain of the Lady Trojans soccer team, Jen pursued her passion for the arts by attending photography school in the bustling city of Chicago.At Columbia College Chicago, she honed her skills in photography, graduating with a keen eye for capturing nature's beauty. After a decade in Chicago, Jen returned to her roots to be closer to family, a bond she holds dear. It was upon her return that she embarked on a career in horticulture, becoming the Senior Photographer at a research farm for over twelve years. This role allowed her to channel her passion for nature and gardening, traveling far and wide to photograph unique edibles and ornamentals while gaining extensive gardening knowledge. Jen's commitment to sharing her love of plants extended to the LCC, where she regularly donated spare plants from the farm's harvest to the LCC garden. Now, she brings her wealth of experience and passion for horticulture directly to the heart of the LCC in her day-to-day role.
Board of Directors
Matt Levorchick, President – Director, Operations and Supply Chain, Nordson Corporation
Matt Frey, Vice President – Senior Manager of Materials & Planning, Collins Aerospace
Rachael Boezi, Secretary – Assistant Director, Hayner Cultural Center
Ted Zimmerman, Treasurer – Owner, Baird Electrical Manufacturing
Ben Ayers, Member – Principal, Forrest Elementary School
Bryan Begg, Member – Owner, Bakehouse Breads
Karen Boone, Member – VP of Operations, Surgical Compensation and Consulting
Nevin Fessler, Member – Retired
Jeremy Hughes, Member – Educator, Troy City Schools
Bill Lutz, Member – Executive Director, New Path
Sue Knight, Member – Clerk of Council, City of Troy
Pat Morris, Member – Retired Teacher, Troy City Schools
Ken Willis, Member – President and Principle Consultant, Willis Enterprises
