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 Events

YPC IHC Dinner Service Volunteering will be the 2nd Wednesday of odd months.  To sign-up for any volunteer shifts or networking events listed below, please click here

YPC Networking: Finance Industry Night– Wednesday, October 15th, 5:30pm-7:30pm – Yard House, 2301 Fountain Square Dr, Lombard

Join the DuPagePads Young Professionals Council for a laid-back evening of networking, real talk, and impact with its first-ever Industry Night, highlighting all things Finance!
Participate in open networking with both financial professionals and those looking to connect with local changemakers who care about our mission.
 
Ask questions in a relaxed Q&A format with local finance professionals and learn how to get involved with DuPagePads.
 
Free and OPEN TO ALL INDUSTRIES 

Sign-up here

Dinner Service at Interim Housing Center (IHC) – Wednesday, November 12th, 5:00pm-7:30pm – IHC, Downers Grove

6-10 volunteers are needed to prepare and serve dinners to clients. Sign-up here