DuPage Foundation

Photo-2-DuPage-Foundation

In early November, the DuPage Foundation celebrated its Annual Benefit: Through the Looking Glass at The Westin Chicago Lombard, welcoming over 425 guests. The event raised nearly $700,000, with additional contributions expected.

These funds are vital to supporting the Foundation’s efforts in addressing community challenges and opportunities while aiding donors and businesses in achieving impactful philanthropy locally and beyond.

“We are deeply grateful for the amazing generosity displayed by our friends and partners,” said Mike Sitrick, DuPage Foundation President & CEO. “It highlights both their trust in our work and the commitment so many in our community share toward investing in local philanthropy.”

Visit DuPageFoundation.org for more information.

Alix and Sarah Charles (Hinsdale)

Host Committee members Trustee Braden Waverley and Alice Waverley (front right) with their table (from left to right): Pete and Joan Vilim (Elmhurst), Michael and Amber Quirk (Downers Grove), Chris and Claudine Schramko (Hinsdale), and Mary and Mark Henneman (Hinsdale)

Through the Looking Glass Host Committee from left to right: Braden and Alice Waverley (Hinsdale), Krishna and Meghna Bansal (Naperville), Chris and Susan Burke (Naperville), Bill and Jen Blum, Co-Chairs (Naperville), Dorothy O’Reilly (Wheaton), Megan and Steve Shebik (Wheaton), Joan Morrissey (Wheaton), Beth and Mike Sitrick (Lombard), Steve and Emily Burt (Glen Ellyn – Not Pictured)

Author

Beautiful mature spouses hugging outdoors while walking in summer park, happy senior couple embracing and looking away, older husband and wife enjoying time together, having romantic date outside

Aging Authentically

Manu Lail

Time Compounds Everything

ProductOther_6469_2

A Glimpse into Moderne Living

Restaurateurs and longtime business partners Todd Davies and Tim Canning have helped shape the evolution of downtown Downers Grove through a growing collection of hospitality concepts built on community.
<i>Photo by Victor Hilitski</i>

Flavors of Downers Grove

Hudson Tseng serves during the second round of the IHSA state tournament, where the Timothy Christian sophomore finished as the Class 1A state champion.
<br><i>Photo by Jeff Vorva</i>

‘Like Watching Pro Tennis’

Jen Lambert and her daughters continue carrying the family tradition forward through the family’s treasured 1908 Lambert Roadster.

Lambert Legacy

Jonathan and Lynna Smith founded the Oak Brook Artisan Market in 2019, creating a destination that celebrates local makers, artists, and small businesses.
<br><i>Photo by Victor Hilitski</i>

Small, Local and Sustainable

Dan Kiermaier prepares the field at historic Wrigley Field during the club’s 150th anniversary as a National League franchise.

The Keeper of Wrigley

Harold McGee, an Elmhurst native and internationally  recognized kitchen scientist, has spent decades exploring the chemistry behind everyday cooking.

What’s Cooking?

30-1 DGJWC House Walk

Building Community, One Home at a Time

Among the Trojans teammates pictured, Ryann Wendt (far left), Violet Mitchell (third from left), Maggie Fleming (
fourth from left), and Kate Gross (fifth from left) shared both friendship and success on the court.

From Downers Grove North to March Madness

Remembering Chuck Kalousek, whose warmth and craftsmanship made Busy Bee Bakery a cherished part of Downers Grove.

A Tribute to Busy Bee Bakery