Charities We Support

KidsMatter is empowering kids to realize endless possibilities!

Youth and families are the future of our community.  Yet every day, kids battle the stress of academic, social and economic competition.  Left unmanaged, these stressors can undermine healthy personal development and lead to chronic anxiety, depression, drug and alcohol use and thoughts of suicide.

KidsMatter equips youth and families with tools to manage the stress of everyday life through dynamic school and community programs, practical education, resources and youth recognition.

They harness the power of partnership with parents, educators and an extensive network of community resources to help kids and families thrive.

Literacy DuPage – Literally Changing Lives

Established in 1972, Literacy DuPage, formerly known as Literacy Volunteers of DuPage, is a nonprofit, community-based organization. The organization serves over 30 communities in DuPage County.

Literacy DuPage trains volunteer tutors to provide customized, learner-centered English language instruction. Tutoring occurs in one-on-one or small group settings at a mutually convenient time and location for both tutors and students. Materials and techniques are provided to allow the tutor to guide the learner toward achievement of personal goals. Tutors incorporate everyday materials such as a newspaper, map, or job application into their lessons.

In addition to tutoring, Literacy DuPage offers nine English Conversation Groups to ESL students of all levels, at no charge. These are conducted in Addison, Bensenville, Bloomingdale, Darien, Glen Ellyn, Glendale Heights, Lisle, Naperville, and Westmont. Please contact us for more information about this supplemental English practice opportunity.