For Immediate Release

Contact:

Carol Simler
Executive Director
630.682.3846 Ext. 2310
csimler@dupagepads.org

Wheaton, IL. (August 4, 2011) DuPage PADS is proud to announce that Janelle Barcelona has joined DuPage PADS as the Director of Development bringing years of development and major gift experience.

“The DuPage PADS Board of Directors and staff are excited to have Janelle, a team oriented and mission driven leader, to direct our development efforts,” said Carol Simler, Executive Director.

Janelle brings more than 30 years of nonprofit experience, most recently consulting nonprofit clients on their marketing, management and philanthropic needs, including leading capital campaigns and serving as an interim leader.

“I am passionate about the mission to end homelessness in my County and I know there is a significant growing need for resources right here at home. I am fortunate that DuPage PADS was a client a couple years ago and I value that the staff and the board are people of high integrity who are dedicated to end homelessness in DuPage County,” said Janelle.

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DuPage PADS founded in 1985, is the only organization in DuPage County working exclusively to end homelessness. DuPage PADS has the solution to end homelessness for families and individuals: housing coupled with support services, education and employment. The organization’s headquarters and daytime client service center are located in Wheaton, IL. Additional information can be obtained by contacting DuPage PADS via the phone (630-682-3846) or through their website (www.dupagepads.org).