DuPagePads Young Professionals Network
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
- 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 and select DuPagePads Young Professional Network for the reason.
Involvement
Volunteer
Prepare and serve dinner for DuPagePads Interim (overnight) Housing program; support DuPagePads programs by attending or volunteering at DuPagePads special eventsFundraise
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 or networking events listed below, please click here
Holiday Arts & Crafts – Saturday, December 12th, 9:30am-1:30pm – IHC, Downers Grove
Volunteer to assist the youth at the IHC in creating a gift for them to give to their parents. Sign-up here
Dinner Service at Interim Housing Center (IHC) – Wednesday, January 8th, 5:00pm-7:30pm – IHC, Downers Grove
4-6 volunteers are needed to serve dinners to clients. Sign-up here
Networking Event – January TBD
Learn about DuPagePads YPN and socialize with other young professionals.
DuPagePads Taste of Hope – Thursday, March 6th, 6:00pm-9:00pm – Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace
Join DuPagePads for the 19th Annual Taste of Hope at Drury Lane. You’ll have the luxury of sampling signature dishes from the area’s most elite restaurants in one evening. You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in raffles, wine pull, and mobile bidding on silent auction items. View additional information here
Dinner Service at Interim Housing Center (IHC) – Wednesday, March 12th, 5:00pm-7:30pm – IHC, Downers Grove
4-6 volunteers are needed to serve dinners to clients. Sign-up here
Interested in becoming a YPN member? Complete the form below.
For additional 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