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Walter Payton Roundhouse Complex Endowment Fund

Established 1996

Walter Payton
Walter Payton

In 1996, Aurora’s historic 1855 Roundhouse (the nation’s oldest existing limestone Roundhouse which was used to house and repair locomotives) was transformed into the Walter Payton Roundhouse Complex.

The Complex contains a brewery, restaurant, banquet facility, museum and retail store.

The inner courtyard is paved with personalized “gift bricks” purchased by individuals and businesses.

One-half of the proceeds from the sale of the bricks was donated to the Community Foundation to establish this unrestricted charitable fund in the name of Walter Payton.

Mr. Payton (1954-1999) was a star running back with the Chicago Bears. The fund supports nonprofit organizations throughout the Foundation’s service area.

Thank you very much for supporting my college education for these four years. I will never be able to repay you for the opportunity that this scholarship has given to me.

Julia H.

[Renewing Scholarship Recipient] Graduate of Hinkley-Big Rock High School

As a first-generation college student from a low-income family, I was worried about how I was going to pay for books and supplies. This scholarship will allow me to focus more on my studies instead of worrying about how to afford college. I am working to not only create opportunities for myself but to motivate future generations. Thank you so much for helping me along this journey!

Moises J.

Claude & Alice Allen Memorial Scholarship Recipient

A community foundation is a donor-driven organization that helps donors custom-design funds that reflect their charitable interests. Through the years, grants from these funds have made a significant impact on our local communities.

Sharon Stredde

President Emeritus

There’s no question in my mind that the scholarship I received opened up possibilities.

Marianne Renner

Past Scholarship Recipient & Current Leadership Coach

We chose the Community Foundation because of its reputation. It’s well known, established and we can trust them to do the job for us.

Dick Schindel

Richard and Susan Schindel Scholarship Funds

…you can always start small, even $25 can make a difference. Remember we can’t take our money with us. Even if it’s just your gift of time. Volunteer and get involved.

Cris Anderson

Cristina & Thomas S. Anderson Endowment Fund | Tom & Cris Anderson Colonial Advisory Fund

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