Because of DuPagePads, my children can stay at their school; there is one less family that is homeless, one less child on the streets. There is one less because they cared when everyone else would not.
DuPagePads 12th Annual Wake Up Your Spirit Breakfast was a huge success. DuPagePads welcomed more than 450 attendees to Benedictine University and raised approximately $100,000 toward the agency’s mission to end homelessness.
The holiday season is a time that inspires us to think about giving not only to our loved ones, but to those in need through gifts of time and funds. DuPagePads has many ways that you can give back to your community and brighten someone else’s holiday this year.
Help Share the Fare! Despite the weather and the cost of public transit, DuPagePads is committed to finding solutions to ensure that transportation barriers do not prohibit individuals from receiving shelter, food and support services.
The Galaxy Bowl is a fun, family bowling event open to all! Gather your team of five and help us STRIKE BACK against homelessness in DuPage County!
You can assemble your five-person team today by generating $500 in team fundraising or $100 in individual fundraising. Team registration includes a team t-shirt, pizza, soda, ice cream and more! Plus compete to win prizes while having fun and supporting DuPagePads!
March 5, 2015, 5:30pm – Abbington Banquets, Glen Ellyn, IL. Taste of Hope offers guests the luxury of sampling signature dishes from 25 upscale restaurants. Leading area restaurants will serve samples of their signature dishes with wine pairings and an open bar. Music, auctions and a unique raffle will round out an evening of delicious dining.
Drive for 75 will be June 28, 2015 at Autobahn Country Club in Joliet, IL. Join us at the 5th Annual “Drive for 75 Race to End Homelessness” with the goal to raise $75,000 for DuPagePads mission. 15 karting teams will compete in a 4 hour race while raising funds to end homelessness.
DuPagePads 11th Annual Run 4 Home, 5K & 10K Run, 5K Walk will be on September 19, 2015 at 8:00am starting from DuPagePads in Wheaton. Take a step to end homelessness with DuPagePads.
November 5, 2014, 7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Benedictine University, Lisle, Illinois Register Enjoy an exhilarating morning featuring new information about the work that DuPagePads is doing to end homelessness. This year’s keynote speaker is Jarrett Payton, son of Walter…
Last year DuPagePads served 1,360 individuals, including 241 children and 144 families as well as 86 veterans who were homeless here in DuPage County. These numbers are unacceptable!
With no one left to turn to, Catina found herself at one of DuPage Pads’ Interim (Overnight) Housing sites. Working closely with the staff at the DuPage Pads Employment & Education Center, she was able to update her resume, search for jobs online, prepare for interviews and gain the confidence she needed to succeed.
On Wednesday, November 5th from 7:00-8:30am, DuPagePads will host its most inspirational event, the 12th Annual Wake Up Your Spirit Breakfast at Benedictine University in Lisle. This will be a truly uplifting event and an excellent way to start your day!