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Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club
Teacher grants. High School Senior Scholarships. Junior High Art Awards. Safety Town. These are just a few examples of how the Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club (DGJWC) gives back to the community every year. The organization – comprised of women in Downers Grove and surrounding areas – embodies the volunteer spirit. Established in 1959, DGJWC…
Read MoreRemembering Linda Kunze: A special resident who had Downers Grove first in her heart
By Maureen Callahan Linda Kunze was the kind of person every town needs. The connector of people she knew should meet. The organizer of festivals and community-building activities. The welcoming recruiter who constantly looked for ways to improve the look and feel of Downers Grove. “Downers Grove was kind of like our third child,” laughed…
Read MoreComing in from Outside
DuPagePads’ new housing model offers a permanent path out of homelessness By Maureen Callahan For the last 35 years, many in this community remember assisting DuPagePads- formerly known by the acronym P.A.D.S.- Public Action to Deliver Shelter- in their church basements. Scout troops, youth groups and others, made up a cast of thousands of volunteers…
Read MoreCommunity Scene: Wine Women & Shoes
In early March, Wine Women & Shoes took place at the Oak Brook Hills Resort. Hundreds attended to sip, savor and shop for a cause. The high-energy event featured fun and philanthropy combined with wine and bubble tasting, boutique shopping, fashion show, gourmet luncheon and chances to win vacations and experiences. Proceeds of from the…
Read MoreDowners Grove Junior Woman’s Club
In early March, the Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club hosted its largest fundraiser of the year. The Black & White Gala featured casino tables, raffles, silent auction and music by Big Cat DJ Services. Proceeds from the event benefited the Club’s charity fund and their 2023 Charity Partner, Aging in Place with Habitat for Humanity.…
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