Champaign Parks Foundation

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The Champaign Parks Foundation is a not for profit organization that develops philanthropic support for the Champaign Park District

The Champaign Parks Foundation was launched by the Champaign Park District Board of Commissioners in January 2005 to accept and manage donations for the Champaign Park District. The Foundation's first project is renovation of the historic Virginia Theatre.

Private donations to the new Foundation will greatly benefit patrons of the award-winning Champaign Park District. Contributions can help preserve land for future parks, support the 620+ acres of existing land, as well as enhance programs and preserve the District's historical downtown cultural arts facilities.

Gifts may include land, cash, charitable trusts, stock donations, planned giving programs, estate planning, and bequests to specific parks, facilities or programs. Donations may also be unrestricted to provide assistance where needed. The Champaign Parks Foundation is a 501(c)3 charitable organization; all contributions are tax deductible.

Board of Directors

Art Thoma (Chair)
Penn Nelson (Vice-Chair)
Tracy Sholem (Secretary)
Barbara Hundley
Bob Ballsrud
Dan McCulley
James E. Welch
James Vermette
Judy Sehy
Lou Liay
Bobbie Herakovich (CPD Board Appointee)
Newt Dodds, (CPD Board Appointee)
Gary Wackerlin, (Treasurer)
Robert Toalson (Honorary)

"Although the Virginia Theatre is a treasured gem in our community and is the Foundation's first focus, there are indeed many other projects from the Foundation to come!"
– Lou Liay, Champaign Parks Foundation Board

To learn more about giving opportunities, please contact:
Laura Auteberry, Champaign Park District at 217-819-3839

Can you swing an extra $5 to help another child be able to enjoy the same quality programs you and your family are enjoying? All it takes is this one little gift to make a huge difference in the life of a child who might not otherwise be able to experience day camps, sports programs, swim or dance instruction or arts programs due to economic hardship. So can you swing it? Simply indicate your donation on your program registration form when completing for your own programs or click here to MAKE A DONATION. It’s easy! Donate today and make a difference in a child’s life!