Key Takeaways
- • The Kishwaukee College Foundation has created the Dr. Robert and Diane Hammon Endowment, which will provide need-based grants to Sycamore High School graduates attending Kishwaukee College.
- • Eligible students must demonstrate financial need and have community involvement, submitting a written statement on how those experiences shaped their growth, values and future goals.
- • Robert Hammon serves as vice chairman of the Kishwaukee College Board of Trustees and is a former Sycamore Community School District superintendent.
- • Foundation executive director Courtney Walz called the donation a meaningful contribution to students and the community for years to come.
Summary
The Kishwaukee College Foundation recently announced the creation of the Dr. Robert and Diane Hammon Endowment, according to a news release reported by Shaw Local. The endowment will provide need-based grants to Sycamore High School graduates who attend Kishwaukee College and have demonstrated community involvement.
Applicants must demonstrate financial need and submit a written statement describing their community involvement and how those experiences shaped their personal growth, values and future goals. Further information is available at kish.edu/kcfscholarships.
Robert Hammon said in the news release that the couple wanted to contribute to the Kishwaukee College Foundation to help students active in their communities further their education. Foundation executive director Courtney Walz thanked the Hammons for their donation, saying it would make a meaningful difference for the community and students at the college for years to come.
The Hammons have held leadership roles in several local organizations, including the Sycamore Chamber of Commerce and the Kishwaukee Sunrise and Sycamore Rotary clubs. Diane Hammon has worked as a real estate professional since 1984. Robert Hammon served as assistant superintendent of the Sycamore Community School District from 1984 to 1992 and as superintendent from 1992 to 2005. He currently serves as vice chairman of the Kishwaukee College Board of Trustees.
Applicants must demonstrate financial need and submit a written statement describing their community involvement and how those experiences shaped their personal growth, values and future goals. Further information is available at kish.edu/kcfscholarships.
Robert Hammon said in the news release that the couple wanted to contribute to the Kishwaukee College Foundation to help students active in their communities further their education. Foundation executive director Courtney Walz thanked the Hammons for their donation, saying it would make a meaningful difference for the community and students at the college for years to come.
The Hammons have held leadership roles in several local organizations, including the Sycamore Chamber of Commerce and the Kishwaukee Sunrise and Sycamore Rotary clubs. Diane Hammon has worked as a real estate professional since 1984. Robert Hammon served as assistant superintendent of the Sycamore Community School District from 1984 to 1992 and as superintendent from 1992 to 2005. He currently serves as vice chairman of the Kishwaukee College Board of Trustees.
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