Our Impact
Giving That Hits Home
We believe the power of giving can transform a community. For 40 years, we have been DuPage County’s champion for philanthropy. Our mission is simple, yet profound: to foster philanthropy, connect donors to area needs, and build community partnerships as we strive to raise the quality of life throughout DuPage County and beyond. When you give through us, you support your favorite causes and charities and join with others to collectively address our community’s greatest challenges and opportunities—today and for future generations. Explore our collective impact below.
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Impact in Action
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...
Mary Voigt: The Gift of Enduring Generosity
Mary Voigt, a long-time Downers Grove resident, didn’t do anything halfway. She bought a BMW in her eighties. She hosted family gatherings that filled entire rooms. She argued—enthusiastically—and gave generously, often at the same time. And today, her legacy is still...
Bright & Early DuPage Supports Seven Local Early Childhood Collaboratives
Bright & Early DuPage, an initiative of DuPage Foundation, recently awarded more than $340,000 to seven early childhood collaboratives across DuPage County as part of its 2026 grant cycle. Since launching in 2013, the initiative has focused on building...