Blog Archive
Grantee Spotlight: Bensenville SD2
Building Strong Foundations for Families Christy Poli has seen firsthand how community partnerships can change lives. Since joining Bensenville School District 2 (BSD2) in 2004, she has worked as the Early Childhood Program principal to connect families with resources...
Grantee Spotlight: HCS Family Services is Serving Neighbors with Dignity
Founded in 1937, HCS Family Services has grown from a small closet-sized pantry into a vital community resource that now serves more than 450+ families each week. With locations in Hinsdale and Willowbrook, the nonprofit provides fresh produce, proteins, pantry...
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
Big news for DuPage donors: Illinois taxpayers can now maximize their impact through the new Illinois Gives Tax Credit Act, which took effect on January 1, 2025. But the State’s annual funding of the program is limited, so it’s important to be proactive.
Welcome to the Board, Tony Chereso
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Anthony Chereso to our Board of Trustees, effective January 1. As chief executive officer and president of The Inland Real Estate Companies, LLC (Inland),one of the nation’s largest vertically integrated commercial real...
Welcome, New Committee Members
We are pleased to announce the appointment of 10 new committee members. Greg Bockheim has joined the Arts DuPage Advisory Committee, Mike Frigo the Professional Advisor Committee, Denice Gierach the Bylaws Committee, Shannon Greene Robb the Arts DuPage Advisory...
The Illinois Gives Tax Credit: A Powerful Incentive to Invest in DuPage
Big news for DuPage donors: Illinois taxpayers can now maximize their impact through the new Illinois Gives Tax Credit Act, which took effect on January 1, 2025. But the State’s annual funding of the program is limited, so it’s important to be proactive.
Applications Open for the Lombard Area AAUW Dickson/Mosillo Scholarship of DuPage Foundation
Lombard Area AAUW Dickson/Mosillo Scholarship of DuPage Foundation is offering one "Return to Learning" scholarship to assist in completing an undergraduate or master’s degree, or a certification program. This year’s scholarship will be $5,000. Applications must be...
We’re Hiring a Vice President for Advancement
At DuPage Foundation, we’re entering an exciting new chapter of growth—and we’re looking for our next Vice President for Advancement to help lead the way. After a successful three-year tenure helping significantly grow our capacity, impact, and partnerships across the...
