Charities We Support

Naperville Newcomers and Neighbors Club
2008-2009

Newborns in Need:
 
This national organization, with a local chapter in Bolingbrook, collects and makes baby gowns, socks, blankets, and other essential baby items.  Emphasis is on very small, premature babies.  It delivers these needed items to individuals, hospitals, homeless shelters, and other charities.
 
Humanitarian Service Project Children's Program:
 
Through personal and company donations, this program enables children in DuPage County, living at or below poverty level, to receive gifts at Christmas.
 
P.A.D.S.:
 
The mission of DuPage P.A.D.S. is committed to end and prevent homelessness in DuPage county.  They design, implement, and manage programs and services for men, women, and children who are homeless.  They also provide case management, employment readiness support, life skills enhancement, and resources and referrals. 
 
Loaves and Fishes:
 
This is Naperville's only food pantry which provides basic foods and personal items to over 9000 individuals a year.
 
Ecumenical Adult Care of Naperville:
 
A senior citizen daycare program for those requiring a supervised environment.  It allows the clients an opportunity to socialize and be involved in organized activities.  Nutritious meals and snacks are provided.
 
NCO Youth and Family Services:
 
The mission of NCO is to be an agent for positive change to members of the community by providing counseling, crisis intervention for runaways/lockouts, and short term housing for male teens and young adult males.  It provides substance abuse prevention in the local school districts.
 
Families Helping Families:
 
Founded in 1994 by a local resident, this organization assists homeless families, or those coming from an abusive situation, find shelter and a new way of life for themselves.
 
Naperville Humane Socieity:
 
A private facility supported by volunteer and community donations which finds homes for hundreds of dogs and cats each year.  It is involved in many educational programs including some for children and provides a community hotline for behavior issues regarding pets.