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 Burkes are “All In” for DuPage
For Chris and Susan Burke, there’s more to giving back than generosity—it’s about creating a lasting impact. The couple met at Purdue University and later made their home in DuPage County, raising their family while dedicating themselves to community service. Susan...
Grantee Spotlight: ESSE Strikes a Chord with Music Therapy
An Arts DuPage grant is helping adults with memory loss reconnect, engage, and thrive. Once a week at ESSE’s adult day care centers, something remarkable happens. Music begins to play and, suddenly, those who often struggle to speak or remember names start to sing....
OBBBA Changed the Math of Giving—Here’s How to Help Clients Navigate
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) didn’t eliminate the charitable deduction—but it did rewrite the rules of the game. Who benefits, how much they benefit, and when they benefit now depends on a few new guidelines. For professional advisors, there are three big...
Stories & Updates
The Burkes are “All In” for DuPage
For Chris and Susan Burke, there’s more to giving back than generosity—it’s about creating a lasting impact. The couple met at Purdue University and later made their home in DuPage County, raising their family while dedicating themselves to community service. Susan...
Grantee Spotlight: ESSE Strikes a Chord with Music Therapy
An Arts DuPage grant is helping adults with memory loss reconnect, engage, and thrive. Once a week at ESSE’s adult day care centers, something remarkable happens. Music begins to play and, suddenly, those who often struggle to speak or remember names start to sing....
OBBBA Changed the Math of Giving—Here’s How to Help Clients Navigate
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) didn’t eliminate the charitable deduction—but it did rewrite the rules of the game. Who benefits, how much they benefit, and when they benefit now depends on a few new guidelines. For professional advisors, there are three big...