Get on the Bus with US – Raising $hange!

What started out as a one time event has turned into a powerful tool for teaching children compassion. By sponsoring a "Get on the Bus with Us-Raising $hange!" drive, you will assist us in continuing access to critical public transportation, medical assistance and basic needs.

Built to make a impact on our youth

The "Get on the Bus with Us-Raising $hange!" program is designed to give students from Kindergarten through 12th Grade in our communities a visual, tangible and impactful way to participate in our mission to end homelessness in DuPage County.

3 Groups Make a Difference to end homelessness in DuPage County

3rd-5th Graders Raise PENNIES FOR PADS

Read their story by downloading the information packet.

Westview Hills Middle School

Glenbard South High School raises pennies for PADS

Read their story by downloading the information packet.

It is easy to get started

Contact Christina Wright or call her at 630.682.3846 x234 to get more information on how to start in your school.

Download our overview packet for the Get on the Bus with Us-Raising $hange! program (pdf) and read more about how other schools have helped DuPage PADS.

You are not only raising funds but you are helping people make positive change in their lives!

Continue exploring

• Do something right now. Join the DuPage PADS Action League. Your email can help end homelessness.
• Check our our events calendar.
• Get inspired by stories of how others made a difference.

Crucial funding for public transportation, medical assistance, and basic needs has been eliminated.

The lack of these resources will have tremendous impact on the lives of the men, women and children we serve unless we can find an alternate way to meet these needs.

Did you know?

• Last Year, DuPage PADS Saw a 49% increase in the number of families.
• DuPage PADS has seen a 43% increase in children without a home this year.
• A person has to work 100 hours per week at Illinois minimum wage to afford a 2 bedroom apartment ($1004 per month) in DuPage Co.

Please consider "Raising Change" to make a difference in the lives of men, women and children in crisis in DuPage County.