Nate Dixon Biography

Nate Dixon Biography

African-American Men, Civil Rights, Urban League

This is the biography of a local man, Nate Dixon, who was very instrumental in the community with his involvment in The Champaign Park District and other community organizations.

Januaray 2001

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Nate Dixon retired from the Champaign Park District after 27 years of serving the community. Dixon's passion for helping people has been evident throughout his career. Before working in parks and recreation, he worked at the Illinois Department of Mental Health. In 1973 Dixon brought his passion and leadership to the Champaign Park District, where he served as director of the Douglass Center. He was later named director of community services, where he awarded scholarships to underprivileged families and served as the districts Affirmative Action Officer. Dixon has been involved in numerous professional and community organizations. He has served on the board of IPRA and was a charter member of IAPD's Illinois Ethnic Minority Society in 1991. He is a member of the Champaign County United Way Board and has been actively involved with the Champaign Lions Club and Urban League.