Patricia* was a pregnant, young mother with twins. On a cold February afternoon, she made the brave and difficult decision to leave a dangerous situation for the sake of her girls. Fleeing domestic violence without resources or options, they sought…
Dear Friends, As the weather turns and our days become brighter, I write to you with a message of hope! This winter, your friendship to DuPagePads saved lives and helped families and individuals with nowhere else to turn to have…
Living in a rental home in DuPage County with her partner, young daughter, and teenage son, Samantha never expected to only have 30 days to find somewhere to live. While navigating the diagnosis of a severe sleep disorder, Samantha’s life…
Read below, from the Director of the Transition and Vocational Program at Clare Woods Academy, about the power of community partnerships. We are incredibly grateful for all the support from our neighbors at CWA, and look forward to continuing to…
During the blistery winters in Chicagoland, caring for individuals and families experiencing homelessness can be a challenge, but our team truly goes above and beyond every day! We couldn’t be prouder of our dedicated staff who have shown incredible commitment…
Dear Friends: As the cold weather comes, and those of us with homes tend to cozy up with a book, I am reminded of the early years of parenting. My husband liked to read out loud to our sons before…
Every year at the Wake Up Your Spirit Breakfast, DuPagePads invites a client whose life was transformed by support like yours to speak to a room of community members who believe in the power of our mission to end homelessness….
DuPagePads to Expand Support for DuPage County Families Experiencing Homelessness with $5 Million Grant from Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos 32 organizations across the U.S. receive a total of $102.5 million from the Bezos Day 1 Families Fund to…
As autumn rolls in and the vibrant colors of the trees line the streets, a compassionate tradition sets up on the front lawn of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Glen Ellyn. Each year, just before Halloween, the churchyard transforms into…
WHEATON, ILLINOIS – As Thanksgiving approaches, Villa Park Office Equipment, Inc. (VPOE) and DuPagePads are teaming up once again in a powerful display of compassion and community commitment. Their renewed annual food drive couples VPOE’s logistical resources with DuPagePads mission…
DuPagePads Invites Community Members to 23rd Annual Wake Up Your Spirit Breakfast with Keynote Speaker, Angie Walker WHEATON, ILLINOIS – Lift up your spirit and help uplift neighbors in need across our community during the DuPagePads Wake Up Your Spirit…
Out of 315 nominees, DuPagePads of Wheaton has been selected as one of the Top 100 Finalists still in the running for the 24th annual Chicago Innovation Awards. The awards celebrate the most innovative new products and services in the…