We need your help! Tell Governor Rauner you oppose proposed cuts to supportive housing services. Supportive Housing ends homelessness. More affordable than housing in state hospitals, prisons or nursing homes: Supportive Housing is an investment – Not an expense.
Thank You Volunteers – National Volunteer Week is here! We want to thank and acknowledge our 4,000 volunteers for their dedicated support of our mission to end homelessness. See Clients express their gratitude and learn more about volunteering.
Amanda was just 19 when she suddenly found herself homeless after her uncle passed away. Amanda began staying with her children at the DuPagePads overnight sites. Case managers worked with Amanda on a plan for stable housing. “DuPagePads has shown me anything is possible,” Amanda says.
DuPage Pads 9th Annual Taste of Hope was a record breaking-sold out event, raising more than $220,000 for our mission to end homelessness! This event was made possible by the 26 elite restaurants in our area, our event sponsors, our volunteers, local businesses who donated auction prizes and 540 attendees all partnering with us to help families and individuals in our community rebuild their lives.
Bob and Alicia suddenly lost their jobs and found themselves homeless with their children. Through working with DuPagePads, they were able to work toward their goals and received an exciting surprise on Bob’s birthday.
On Saturday April 18th is DuPagePads Annual Galaxy Bowl at Fox Bowl in Wheaton from 12:00-3:00pm. This event is a great way to spend time with family and friends while making a difference in our community. Assemble a five person team and raise $500 in fundraising. Space is limited, sign up today!
Mike Lifts 100 Tons to help DuPagePads end homelessness. Donate to his goal of $10,000 & come out to support him on Sat. Sept. 12 at Cross Fit Carol Stream.
DuPagePads has launched a new program: Short-Term Housing Employment Program for people working overnight shifts to rest, shower and focus on their career. One individual, Tom, has already benefited from this program. Learn more.
9 Reasons to Attend the Taste of Hope – DuPagePads 9th Annual Taste of Hope will be March 5th from 5:30pm-9:00pm at the Abbington Banquets in Glen Ellyn. Tickets are selling fast, here are nine reasons why you will want to reserve your seat today.
Tickets are now available for the 9th Annual DuPagePads Taste of Hope that will be held on Thursday, March 5, 2015 from 5:30pm – 9:00pm at Abbington Banquets in Glen Ellyn, IL.
DuPagePads collaborates with Walgreens to help prevent the families and individuals who are homeless in the county from catching the flu this winter. Walgreens pharmacists came out to DuPagePads Client Service Center and provided vouchers for DuPagePads program participants to either redeem on the spot or to be used at any Walgreens.
View our article in My Suburban Life – Community Voice Column – ‘One less family that is homeless’. 2014 was an exciting year for DuPagePads: 392 people obtained permanent housing, 145,501 meals were served, 44,284 nights of shelter were provided and 1,360 individuals were assisted including 241 children in 144 families. One of these families was Angel’s, and she shares her journey below.