Doing a World of Good In Our Own Backyard.®
DuPage Foundation is DuPage County’s champion for philanthropy. We bring together people, knowledge, and resources to address our community’s greatest challenges and opportunities through collective impact—right here in our own backyard.
It's Time to Think Big About Doing Good.
As DuPage County continues to grow and evolve, we unite visionary community and business leaders, caring residents, local nonprofits, and strategic funders to think and act BIG to create lasting impact. Together, we tackle today’s needs while building a foundation for a stronger tomorrow—ensuring our community thrives now and for generations to come.
Stories & Updates
The $8 Billion Story: How DuPage County’s Creative Economy Fuels Our Community
A new economic impact study reveals the scale of DuPage County’s creative economy — and why arts and culture are an important part of our economic infrastructure. When we think about the value of the arts, we often think about what they add to our quality of life: a...
New and Retiring Trustees Honored at Annual Meeting Reception
We proudly celebrated several new and retiring Trustees and welcomed a new slate of officers at a special reception held on September 17 at Calamos Investments in Naperville. Friends and partners joined us to help recognize the work of these committed volunteers. The...
Smart Strategies for Year-End Giving
Simple Ways to Make a Bigger Impact in 2026 As the year comes to a close, many of us take time to reflect on the people and causes that matter most. It’s also an ideal time to review your charitable giving and ensure it aligns with your philanthropic and financial...
Stories & Updates
The $8 Billion Story: How DuPage County’s Creative Economy Fuels Our Community
A new economic impact study reveals the scale of DuPage County’s creative economy — and why arts and culture are an important part of our economic infrastructure. When we think about the value of the arts, we often think about what they add to our quality of life: a...
New and Retiring Trustees Honored at Annual Meeting Reception
We proudly celebrated several new and retiring Trustees and welcomed a new slate of officers at a special reception held on September 17 at Calamos Investments in Naperville. Friends and partners joined us to help recognize the work of these committed volunteers. The...
Smart Strategies for Year-End Giving
Simple Ways to Make a Bigger Impact in 2026 As the year comes to a close, many of us take time to reflect on the people and causes that matter most. It’s also an ideal time to review your charitable giving and ensure it aligns with your philanthropic and financial...