DuPagePads YPN and Education Team organized a fun Back to School event where families enjoyed a wonderful day. Each child picked up a backup filled with school supplies thanks to generous donors. Join us on #HighFiveFriday in wishing a GREAT school year to our young residents!

On #WishlistWednesday, a few items we are running low on include hearty canned soups and baby wipes. We graciously accept donations through our Amazon Wishlist or in-person at our Access Center at 703 W. Liberty Dr in Wheaton. bit.ly/DuPagePadsWish…

Join us on #ThankfulThursday as we express another year of gratitude to the amazing young leaders of Camp Compassion! We appreciate your generous donation of essential items for our guests and your contribution of over $1,600 towards ending homelessness!

Thanks to two wonderful Donors, registration for the next 20 supporters to sign up for The Great Descent is $25 and the fundraising minimum is now $500! Now is your best opportunity to step up to the challenge and help end homelessness! Register today! givesignup.org/dupagepadstheg…

On #HighFiveFriday help us celebrate Amy, who found herself without a home or anywhere to stay while her children spent the summer out of state. We are happy to share Amy has moved into a new unit, and her kids will start the school year without the traumas of homelessness!

Children experiencing homelessness face more challenges than their peers, & the solution is housing. YOU can help make HOME a reality for more local families! Sign up for The Great Descent & show that taking ending homelessness to new heights is possible. givesignup.org/dupagepadstheg…

Because of support like yours, 277 of our most resilient neighbors are safely rebuilding their lives today and ending their homelessness. Summon your courage by signing up for The Great Descent on Sept 8th. Sign up TODAY to make a difference: givesignup.org/dupagepadstheg…

The programs offered at the EC are made possible by our supportive community members. If you are ready to help change more lives, you can do so by helping us to achieve our fundraising goal at the Great Descent! Sign up or donate to a rappeler today! givesignup.org/dupagepadstheg…

It is another #WishlistWednesday and this week our IHC is looking for donations of canned chicken and tuna, as well as women's underwear. We are grateful for the donations we receive, and thank you for supporting our mission to end homelessness in DuPage. bit.ly/DuPagePadsWish…

Our friends at SCARCE work hard to build sustainable communities. Today on #ThankfulThursday we are so grateful to be recipients of their generosity and green initiatives, donating 3,500 plastic cups and 9 boxes of hygiene kits. Thank you for all that you do for our community!

This #HighFiveFriday we are celebrating the DPP clients who participated in the Compudopt Digital Skills Builder program at our Empowerment Center! This program covers computer basics, email safety, internet use, using tech to create resumes and submit job applications, and more!

Every week, we share our urgent needs on #WishlistWednesday to help support the individuals and families at the Interim Housing Center. Your generosity makes a world of difference! This week, we are asking for hearty soups and full-size toiletries. bit.ly/DuPagePadsWish…

On #ThankfulThursday, help us show our gratitude to Yorkfield Presbyterian Church, who set up a Sunday Fun Day for the IHC kids, and ended the day with a hot dog dinner for all. We are so grateful to have so many community members who bring the joy to the IHC!

Time to celebrate on #HighFiveFriday! Keith, a client in PSH, officially signed a lease on his own with a Housing Choice Voucher! Keith is thrilled to finally be in a home of his own after a long journey with homelessness. Your help makes it possible for Keith!

It’s #WishlistWednesday, and your generosity continues to help countless individuals and families in need. This week the IHC is in need of items like canned pasta and men’s underwear. Thank you for helping us to provide essential food and supplies to those who need it most!

We love our donors! On #ThankfulThursday, help us send a heartfelt Thank You to donors like Chris, who most recently donated two amazing scooters to the IHC! Thank you to Chris and all our supporters for believing in us and for being a part of our journey!

On #HighFiveFriday, join us in celebrating client Kara, who has a passion for caring for the elderly and has been working as an aid at a senior living facility. Thanks to her determination, help from staff, & grant assistance, Kara will be starting an accredited CNA program soon!

DuPagePads offices are closed today for Labor Day, and we wish everyone a restful break. This is a time to look ahead to the colder months in which your support plays an even more crucial role in ending homelessness. Discover ways to support our mission: dupagepads.org/ways-to-give/

We are full of gratitude today on #ThankfulThursday for our amazing friends at The Mecca Center! Join us at their third annual Mecca Moves 5k/1k later this month. Follow this link to register for this wonderful community event that benefits DuPagePads! raceroster.com/events/2024/85…

Reminder: the much-anticipated Great Descent fundraiser has moved to Saturday, April 12th, 2025! If you are ready to learn more about how you can spend one breathtaking hour that will make a lasting difference in ending homelessness, click here! givesignup.org/dupagepadstheg…