Noevember 9, 2026 – ADM is making a significant investment in a new activity center for adults 55 and older in Decatur.
The company has committed $175,000 toward the Clubhouse at Scovill Acres, currently under construction at Scovill Park West. The commitment includes a $150,000 donation and an additional $25,000 matching gift to encourage more community support.
ADM will match eligible contributions dollar for dollar, up to $25,000. If the match is fully realized, the company’s commitment could help generate $200,000 for the project.
In recognition of its $150,000 contribution, ADM will receive naming rights to the facility’s banquet space.
“ADM continues to demonstrate what it means to be a true community partner,” said Decatur Park District Executive Director Clay Gerhard. He said the company’s matching gift is especially meaningful because it encourages others to invest in the project’s future.
The new Clubhouse will feature more than 37,000 square feet of space dedicated to recreation, wellness, lifelong learning and social engagement. Plans include two indoor pickleball courts, an indoor walking track, activity and meeting rooms, arts and crafts spaces, and a game room.
Gerhard says the facility is also intended to address social isolation among older adults by creating opportunities for people to stay active and connected.
ADM North America President Chris Cuddy said the company has been part of Decatur for more than 85 years, and its commitment to the community extends beyond its business operations.
He said ADM is proud to support projects that make Decatur a better place to live and work, particularly those benefiting people who have contributed so much to the community.
The Clubhouse represents an investment of more than $10 million involving the Decatur Park District, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, state grants and private donors.
The facility is expected to open in summer 2027.
Additional contributions can be made through the Decatur Parks Foundation, with eligible donations matched by ADM up to its $25,000 commitment.
