To raise funds and awareness, DuPagePads hosts five signature events throughout the year and numerous outside fundraisers.

Proceeds from these “fun”draising events will support individuals and families who are homeless in DuPage County. Together with your support, we can end homelessness in DuPage County.

For information about DuPagePads’ events or sponsorship opportunities, please contact:
Carrie Flick (cflick@dupagepads.org)
Special Events Manager
601 West Liberty
Wheaton, IL 60187
Phone: 630.682.3846 ext. 2290
Fax: 630.682.3874

Signature Events

November 2026
Wake Up Your Spirit Breakfast 2026

November 4 @ 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM

Abbington Banquets 3S002 Illinois 53, Glen Ellyn, IL, United States

Please join us on Wednesday, November 4th, at Abbington Banquets for networking, a warm breakfast, inspirational messages, and DuPagePads updates from CEO April Redzic during the 24th Annual Wake Up Your Spirit Breakfast. Guests will hear from a client whose life has been transformed by services made possible through donors' generous support.
March 2027
Taste of Hope 2027

March 4, 2027 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Drury Lane 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace, IL, United States

Join DuPagePads for the 21st annual Taste of Hope on March 4, 2027, sampling signature dishes from area restaurants. You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in raffles, wine pull, and mobile bidding on silent auction items.

Events

To raise funds and awareness, DuPagePads hosts five signature events throughout the year and numerous outside fundraisers.

November 2026

March 2027