DuPagePads Young Professionals Council

DuPagePads Young Professionals play a key role in supporting our mission, with a strong presence at all DuPagePads events and volunteering at the Interim Housing Center. Members are generous with their time, money, and skills, assisting DuPagePads in fundraising, advocacy, and volunteering.

Purpose

Introduce emerging leaders to the mission of DuPagePads, to end homelessness in DuPage County, through volunteering, leadership, fundraising, and engagement.

Annual Benefits to Members

  • Opportunity to build upon the impact DuPagePads has on the DuPage community
  • Explore leadership opportunities
  • Volunteer locally and become an advocate for change 
  • Network with other  like-minded young professionals in the community
  • Participate in and develop semi-annual fundraisers or special events
  • Engage in making a difference, having fun, and creating a positive social impact in the community

While not required, we ask those who join the group to also donate $50 to help buy food and materials for Interim Housing volunteer outings. Members who donate $50 or more annually help provide meals for our clients and receive additional discounts and benefits at DuPagePads events. To contribute to the Young Professional group, click here and select DuPagePads Young Professional Network for the reason.

Volunteer

IHC Meal Service

Prepare, serve, and clean up dinner for 300 guests at the DuPagePads Interim Housing Center

Special Events

Host special events for our clients to enjoy or to raise funds for DuPagePads

Please complete the form below if you are interested in becoming a
member of the Young Professionals Council.

For additional information or questions,
please contact Carrie Flick at CFlick@dupagepads.org

YPC Interest Form

Interests:

Upcoming YPC Volunteer Dinner Service, Networking, and Special Events

Please sign up for any volunteer shifts or networking events listed below.

Ugly Sweater Holiday Dinner Service at Interim Housing Center (IHC) – Monday, December 8th, 4:30-7pm – IHC, Downers Grove

Grab your ugliest sweater and join us for festive night of service at the Interim Housing Center! Prepare a holiday meal for over 300 neighbors. Sign-up here