Stronger Communities Start with You

There are so many ways to give, and we’re here to help you find the one that feels right. This page is filled with resources to guide you. Whether you’re new to giving or have years of experience, these resources are here to make the process simple, flexible, and meaningful. Take a look around, and when you’re ready, we’ll be here to answer questions and help you take the next step.

Educational Blogs

George and Marilyn Seagraves: Building a Legacy Made to Last
George and Marilyn Seagraves: Building a Legacy Made to Last

When George and Marilyn Seagraves moved to Lombard from Kansas 40 years ago, they were taking a leap into the unknown. Little did they know that over the years to come, they would make this community their home—and, more than that, they’d help shape it. George, known...

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Charitable Minute: What’s a Community Endowment
Charitable Minute: What’s a Community Endowment

In the charitable world, what do you call a permanent fund that provides ongoing support for local causes? We call it a community endowment.  Think of an endowment like a charitable investment account. It offers reliable funding for the needs of today—and tomorrow....

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Podcast: Thinking Big About Doing Good
Podcast: Thinking Big About Doing Good

Interested in learning more about how the business and philanthropic communities are coming together with local government to make progress on big issues? Mike Sitrick, our President & CEO, appeared recently on the Choose DuPage Business Beat podcast with host...

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All In, All Heart: Zac & Kristin Larson Champion DuPage Giving
All In, All Heart: Zac & Kristin Larson Champion DuPage Giving

Naperville residents Zac and Kristin Larson believe in living their legacy--not waiting to leave one behind. As founders of the new Zac and Kristin Larson Youth and Family Services Fund—part of our All In DuPage campaign—the Larsons are investing in causes that...

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Charitable Minute: Put More Toward What Matters with IRA QCDs
Charitable Minute: Put More Toward What Matters with IRA QCDs

An Individual Retirement Account (IRA) isn’t just a tool for retirement—it can also fuel your charitable giving.  Through a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD), you can direct funds from your IRA to the causes you care about while reducing your taxable income....

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Candace McCarthy King Is All In for DuPage’s Future
Candace McCarthy King Is All In for DuPage’s Future

When Candace McCarthy King talks about DuPage County, you can hear the pride in her voice. She’s been working to make our community stronger for the 30 years she’s lived here: building programs, forging partnerships, and pushing for change where it’s needed most....

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If This, Then That: Your Charitable Planning Cheat Sheet
If This, Then That: Your Charitable Planning Cheat Sheet

Attorneys, CPAs, and financial advisors—are you searching for the right charitable giving tools for your client? Whether you're brainstorming options or navigating a unique client situation, we’re always here to be a sounding board. If philanthropy is on the table,...

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Giving from the Heart for Today and the Future
Giving from the Heart for Today and the Future

Impactful relationships often begin by happenstance. For Foundation donor and Trustee Emerita Laurie McMahon, this is exactly how she began her involvement with the DuPage Foundation. With a passion for service, McMahon wanted to enrich her community in a meaningful...

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Helpful Videos

Downloadable Resources

What is a Community Endowment?

Community Impact Circle Info Sheet

IL Gives Tax Credit Info Sheet

All in DuPage Info Sheet

Charitable Giving Resources

Discover a variety of useful links to guide your generous giving.

Nonprofit and Philanthropy Resources

Professional Advisor Referrals

We’re grateful to work alongside so many talented professional advisors across DuPage County and the greater Chicago area. Each one shares our commitment to encouraging philanthropy and helping clients bring their charitable goals to life.

For more information, contact:

Michael Trench

Vice President for Advancement
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