A Home, A Hope, A Future
Reclaiming Lives, One Family at a Time
Families Helping Families of Illinois is a grassroots neighborhood organization started by a Naperville mom in 1994, with the sole focus of helping families facing homelessness in DuPage County. FHF provides apartments and supportive services to families while they work to reclaim their lives.
That's What She Said Naperville 2025
Saturday, April 12, 2025 | 7:30 – 10:30 p.m. | Wentz Concert Hall, Naperville
Families Helping Families is thrilled to announce a powerful partnership with That’s What She Said Naperville! on Saturday, April 12, 2025, That’s What She Said Naperville returns, showcasing extraordinary stories from remarkable local women. As an organization dedicated to guiding families to self-sufficiency in DuPage County, we are deeply grateful that That’s What She Said Naperville 2025 has committed to providing much-needed funding to support our critical mission. Specifically, FHF will receive 20% of the ticket proceeds, have an informational table in the event lobby, and be featured in their promotional materials.
By attending this inspiring event, you’ll be directly contributing to our vital work, helping us empower families to build brighter futures. Join us for an evening of vulnerability, bravery, and authentic connection, and be a part of making a real difference in our community.
FHF Is Serving Even More Families in 2025!
To learn more about FHF, please watch our video that features our clients sharing their journeys in their own words.
Volunteers Change Lives
Mentors are the heart and soul of FHF!
Vounteer with Families Helping Families of Illinois (FHF) to help homeless families in our community. FHF has served more than 175 homeless families through a proven program that helps our clients – mostly single moms – as they work toward self-sufficiency. Our clients receive safe housing in Naperville and the support of mentors who serve as life consultants. That’s where you come in.
Mentors work in pairs and receive training and lots of support.
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- Mentor in teams of two.
- Mentor with a friend, or we can pair you.
- Training and lots of support are provided.
- The commitment is about 2 hours per week.
Support
Invest in our mission, fuel our impact, and join us in creating a brighter future.
Donate
Every dollar and any item you donate helps a family in need and is tax deductible.
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Discover various opportunities to get involved and support those who need it most.
A Small Gift, A Big Impact
Appeals & Donations
Stock the Supply Closet
Our Families Helping Families Resource Closet provides essential basic needs items to families in crisis. These items, like toiletries, cleaning supplies, and household goods, can’t be purchased with food stamps and are often out of reach for families on tight budgets. By donating to our Stock the Supply Closet campaign, you’ll help ensure that our clients have access to the resources they need to thrive.
View the list of items needed
Essential Family Needs
Families Helping Families is collecting donations of clothing, blankets, gift cards, and monetary gifts to support families in need. Your generous contribution will help provide essential items and support services to those facing homelessness in DuPage County.
Target $1,000.00
Achieved $575.00
- 57.5%
Quarter Drive
Our families use pay washers and dryers that only accept quarters. Each load costs $1.50 to wash and $1.25 to dry – over $10 per week. That is a lot of money for our families who live on very limited budgets.
Would your group, classroom, troop, etc. consider doing a Quarter Drive for this critical need? Every quarter counts!
Use the QR Code to donate today!
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Defying the Odds
Stories of Strength and Perseverance
These individuals are currently fighting to overcome challenges and build better lives for themselves and their families. With FHF’s support, they’re breaking free from homelessness and achieving their goals.
L’s Story
“L” and her 5-year-old daughter were living in a homeless shelter after escaping an abusive relationship. Her ex ran up her credit cards, stole her car and furniture and left her emotionally and physically fragile. “L” is smart, organized and very motivated.
We are amazed at the way she plows through her impressive To Do list every week. “L” will complete her bachelor’s degree in computer science from Lewis University later this year. “L” will be the first college graduate in her family. She told us: “I am so thankful for this program. We truly do have many angels on earth looking over us.”
H’s Story
Having experienced abuse and neglect throughout her childhood, “H” is determined that her three children will grow up with hope and opportunity. Her dream of going to college is happening! She has 2 more semesters at Aurora University, and she’ll be working in a field about which she is passionate, therapeutic recreation for seniors.
S’s Story
“I would never be able to do this on my own. You are my team, my family, my support. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.” “S” is halfway through her nursing program and working part-time and battling with health issues, but nothing stops her! “S” is one determined woman. She says her motivation comes from wanting opportunities for her darling 3-year-old son.