DuPagePads Young Professionals Network (YPN)
DuPagePads Young Professionals play a key role in supporting our mission, with a strong presence at all DuPagePads events. 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
- Gain volunteer experience and professional team building
- Network with other young professionals throughout the DuPage community
- Participate in and develop Fundraising 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, for the question What Inspired You to Donate, please select DuPagePads Young Professional Network.
Involvement
Volunteer
Prepare and serve dinner for DuPagePads Interim (overnight) Housing program; support DuPagePads programs by attending or volunteering at DuPagePads special events
Fundraise
YPN hosts semi-annual social/networking events, raising funds for DuPagePads.
Upcoming Events
YPN IHC Dinner Service Volunteering will be the 2nd Wednesday of odd months.
To sign-up for any volunteer shifts listed below, please click here
“Open Your Heart to End Homelessness” – Friday, February 17th, 6:00pm-11:00pm – O’Neill’s Pub, Lombard
DuPagePads YPN 2nd annual fundraiser. Join us for raffles, live music, and drinks! Registration is available here!
DuPagePads Taste of Hope – Thursday, March 2nd, 6:00pm-9:00pm – Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace
Volunteer or attend our largest fundraiser of the year! Additional information is available here.
Dinner Service at Interim Housing Center (IHC) – Wednesday, March 8th, 5:00pm-7:30pm – IHC, Downers Grove
4-6 volunteers needed to serve dinners to clients. Sign-up here
Trivia at Alter Brewing – Tuesday, March 21st, 6:00pm-9:00pm – Alter Brewing, Downers Grove
Trivia will start at 7:00pm. We will be collecting donations for needed items, TBD closer to the event. Sign-up here
DuPagePads Rock & Bowl – Saturday, April, 12:00pm-3:00pm – Fox Bowl, Wheaton
Volunteer or participate in this fun, family-friendly event! Join us for bowling, raffles, pizza, and ice cream! Additional information is coming soon!
Dinner Service at Interim Housing Center (IHC) – Wednesday, May 10th, 5:00pm-7:30pm – IHC, Downers Grove
4-6 volunteers needed to serve dinners to clients. Sign-up here
Dinner Service at Interim Housing Center (IHC) – Wednesday, July 12th, 5:00pm-7:30pm – IHC, Downers Grove
4-6 volunteers needed to serve dinners to clients. Sign-up here
Dinner Service at Interim Housing Center (IHC) – Wednesday, September 13th, 5:00pm-7:30pm – IHC, Downers Grove
4-6 volunteers needed to serve dinners to clients. Sign-up here
Dinner Service at Interim Housing Center (IHC) – Wednesday, November 8th, 5:00pm-7:30pm – IHC, Downers Grove
4-6 volunteers needed to serve dinners to clients. Sign-up here
Please complete the form below if you are interested in becoming a member of the Young Professional Network.
YPN Interest Form
For information or questions regarding DuPagePads Young Professional Network, please contact: Carrie Flick at 630.480.4186 or CFlick@dupagepads.org
Executive Committee
- Jonathan Hicks – Chair
- Carrie Flick – Staff Liaison
