Continuing a legacy of service
His service continues through theirs.
Help establish a permanent LLCC scholarship honoring Sergeant Phil Lima and supporting students pursuing criminal justice and law enforcement careers.
A life of public service
Helping people was Phil's calling.
For more than three decades, Phil served Central Illinois through law enforcement, leadership, training, and support for young people and families in crisis.
He especially loved the Lincoln Land Community College community.
- 1982-1987Mason County Sheriff's Department
- 1987-1998Mason City Police Department Part-time service
- 1998-2000Grandview Police Department
- 2000-2015Lincoln Land Community College Police Department
Built to last
A permanent investment in future officers.
Once endowed, investment earnings will support LLCC students pursuing criminal justice and law enforcement careers year after year.
Help reach the goalPermanent support for students called to serve.
A legacy carried forward.
Phil's children and their spouses continue the family tradition through decades of emergency response, 911 communications, healthcare, and public service.
Give securely
Make Phil's legacy permanent.
Every campaign gift is made directly to and administered by the LLCC Foundation.
Donate through LLCCPrefer to give by check?
Make checks payable to LLCC Foundation. Write Phillip Lima Memorial Scholarship in the memo line.
LLCC Foundation5250 Shepherd Road
P.O. Box 19256
Springfield, IL 62794-9256
Questions: 217-786-2343