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On , join us in celebrating a strong and resilient client in our Haven of Hope program for domestic violence survivors. After working with DuPagePads to find stable and safe shelter, Kara and her two children settled into a unit and quickly felt at home. Kara has a passion for caring for the elderly and has been working as a care aid at a senior living facility. Thanks to her determination, help from DuPagePads staff, and grant assistance, Kara will be starting a 6-week accredited CNA program in the beginning of September!

We love our donors! On , help us send a heartfelt Thank You to donors like Chris, who most recently donated two amazing scooters to the IHC! Every donation plays a crucial role in achieving our mission and supporting our neighbors in need. Together, we are making a path to stable housing possible for individuals experiencing homelessness. Thank you to Chris and all our supporters for believing in us and for being a part of our journey!

It’s , 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!

As we endure todays excessive heat warning together, with real feel temps reaching 107 degrees and climbing, we are so incredibly grateful to have a community supported Interim Housing Center available to provide 179 adults and 110 children safety in temperature controlled rooms with access to hydration and shade. This on days like today would not be possible without your contributions, support, and the help of our incredible volunteers who are helping clients to keep their cool today by handing out over 500 popsicles and cold water across our 115 guest rooms. Thank you for supporting a place in our community for kids, adults, and seniors to be safe and ! www.dupagepads.org

Time to celebrate on ! Keith, a senior client in Permanent Supportive Housing, just 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, having lived day to day at the former hotel where the IHC stands today. Your help makes it possible for Keith, and many clients like him, to be living and thriving in their own apartment with dignity and independence.

Read all about our August happenings at DuPagePads - plus, an exciting update about The Great Descent!

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August 2024 News and kindness worth sharing in our mission to end homelessness! Thank you for helping families and individuals on the path to end homelessness!   DuPagePads Together we can end homelessness! August 2024 It's Back-to-School Time at the IHC! It's back-to-school seas

We had an amazing Sunday Fun Day for the IHC kids and families earlier this month! On , help us show our gratitude to Yorkfield Presbyterian Church, who set up games, activities, face paint, chalk, hula hoops, a popcorn machine, and ended the afternoon with a hot dog dinner for all. The joy that days like this bring our residents who are facing homelessness is immeasurable, and we are so grateful to have so many community members who bring the joy to the IHC!

Every week, we share our urgent needs on to help support the incredible 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. Please do browse our Amazon Wishlist for delivery straight to our door. https://bit.ly/DuPagePadsWishList

This we are celebrating the DuPagePads clients who participated in the Compudopt Chicago 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! We are proud of these individuals who wanted to learn new skills and will put them to good use in building their future.

Our friends at SCARCE work hard to build sustainable communities by keeping “stuff” out of landfills and repurposing them in environmentally friendly ways. Today on we are so grateful to be recipients of their generosity and green initiatives! Most recently SCARCE donated 3,500 plastic cups to use at the Interim Housing Center, AND they brought 9 boxes of hygiene kits. Each kit includes a toothbrush, toothpaste, body wash, shampoo/conditioner, deodorant, lotion, and a comb. Thank you for all that you do for our community!

It is another and this week our IHC is looking for donations of packets or canned chicken and tuna, as well as women's underwear size 5-6. We are so grateful for all the donations we receive, and thank you all for supporting our mission to end homelessness in DuPage County. https://bit.ly/DuPagePadsWishList

At DuPagePads, housing allies walk with our clients on their personal journey to stable housing. Each individual or family is connected with a case manager to serve as a housing ally during their time in our program. The case manager provides 1:1 assistance, and also facilitates client access to our workshops and specialized programming such as Education and Employment Services. The dozens of 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 first ever DuPagePads Great Descent! Sign up or donate to a rappeler today! https://www.givesignup.org/dupagepadsthegreatdescent

Because of support like yours, 277 of our most resilient neighbors are safely rebuilding their lives today and ending their homelessness at DuPagePads Interim Housing Center. Undeterred by the difficulties faced, their courage to continue working towards a place to call home with the help of DuPagePads inspires us all. Summon your courage and show your support today by signing up for The Great Descent on Sept 8th where each brave fundraising 12 story rappeler will directly help more neighbors to become one step closer to a home of their own. Sign up TODAY to make a difference: https://www.givesignup.org/dupagepadsthegreatdescent

It's back to school season, and there are over 100 children safely staying at the Interim Housing Center who are ready to start school thanks to your support! Children experiencing homelessness face more challenges than their peers, and we know the solution is housing. YOU can help make HOME a reality for more local families this year! Sign up today for The Great Descent and show your support proving that taking ending homelessness to new heights is possible. https://www.givesignup.org/dupagepadsthegreatdescent

On help us celebrate a family no longer facing homelessness thanks to our Rapid Rehousing program! Amy, a divorced mom of 3, found herself without a home or anywhere to stay while her children spent the summer out of state with their father. The navigation team at DuPagePads worked quickly with Amy to find available housing and we are happy to share Amy has moved into her new unit, busily settling in and preparing for her children to return and start the school year out strong without facing the traumas of homelessness. Congratulations Amy and best wishes for your 3 children this school year!

You've Been Challenged! We are seeking the next 20 courageous supporters to brave The Great Descent! Two wonderful DuPagePads Donors are challenging the next 20 brave participants! Thanks to their generous donation, registration for the next 20 supporters to sign up is lowered to $25 and the fundraising minimum challenge goal is now $500 per rapeller. Now is your best opportunity to step up to the challenge and help end homelessness here at home! Register today! https://www.givesignup.org/dupagepadsthegreatdescent

Join us on as we express another year of gratitude to the amazing young leaders of Camp Compassion! For over 10 years, this grassroots nonprofit summer day camp has raised funds and collects donations for DuPagePads. These motivated campers spend a week together every summer, having fun with camp activities all while making a difference in the lives of others. We appreciate your generous donation of essential items for our guests and your contribution of over $1,600 towards ending homelessness!

On , 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. Thank you for helping support our clients who are experiencing homeless! https://bit.ly/DuPagePadsWishList

It's hard to believe that summer is winding down, but the children at our Interim Housing Center are eager to kick off the new school year! DuPagePads Young Professionals Network and our Education Team organized a fun filled Back to School event where children and families enjoyed a wonderful day of face painting, temporary tattoos, dancing, water balloons, and of course hot dogs and ice cream! Each child was able to pick up a brand-new backup filled with school supplies thanks to generous donors. Join us on in wishing a fantastic school year to our young residents!

Today, we are sharing our gratitude for the DuPagePads Young Professionals Network! The YPN are pivotal in advancing our mission, actively participating in DuPagePads events and volunteering at the Interim Housing Center. These emerging leaders of the community generously contribute their time and skills to support DuPagePads through fundraising, advocacy, and volunteer efforts. Recently, the YPN held a clothing drive, and we are so grateful for their donations. Are you interested in joining? Click here! https://dupagepads.org/young-professionals/

Our compassionate community's donations help individuals on their path to overcoming homelessness. On this , we would be so grateful for donations of canned chicken, juice, men's undershirts, and size 6 or 7 diapers. Your generous support is truly valued! Discover all essential items here: https://bit.ly/DuPagePadsWishList

It's easy to overlook the everyday comforts we have, like having a cell phone for communication. Individuals experiencing homelessness often lack this convenience. On , let's celebrate a client's achievement of receiving their own cell phone! Paul, a 60-year-old Supportive Housing client, successfully applied for and received a government-issued cell phone with the assistance of his case manager. This new device allows him to access emergency contacts, stay in touch more regularly with his case manager, schedule medical appointments, collaborate easily with his disability attorney, and reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation. This new accomplishment opens resources for assistance, and we are so happy for Paul!

Have you heard the buzz? is hosting a summer sculpture series and on we are incredibly happy to share our gratitude for Two Maids of Naperville, who have chosen to spread the buzz about DuPagePads on their ladybug sculpture! You can see “Spot Duster” in front of the The Spice House at 15 W Jefferson Ave and check out all the QR code “spots” highlighting non-profits in our community! Vote for #10 by clicking here: https://downtownnaperville.com/sculptures/

It's and this week our IHC is asking for donations of size 6-7 women's underwear! We also always welcome shelf-stable food such as Hormel Compleats or canned chicken. As always, we thank you for believing in our mission to end homelessness and provide comfort and resources to those who need it most in the community!

This week, we are thrilled to share some uplifting highlights from some of our younger clients at the IHC! A young child took her first steps on the IHC sidewalk, making her dad incredibly proud (and a little nervous when she ventured into running!) Two elementary school kids mastered roller skating and are now confidently gliding along our local sidewalks! A young adult successfully landed a job at a nearby restaurant. Help us celebrate these inspiring new achievements at the IHC by giving them a big shoutout!

Today’s is dedicated to all the amazing supporters, donors, and racers who helped make this year’s Drive for 155 an overwhelming success! Join us in sending an especially grateful thank you to Tami & The Weir Family for chairing the event and to First Trust Portfolios L.P and First Trust Advisors L.P for raising more than $105,000 for our cause! Thanks to all our supporters, we surpassed our goal and raised nearly $165,000 towards our mission to end homelessness.

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If you are looking for a way to support DuPagePads’ mission of ending homeless, consider purchasing a most-needed item for our clients. On this , we are very low on full-size toiletries. As always, you can browse our Amazon Wishlist for all our most-needed items. Thank you! https://bit.ly/DuPagePadsWishList