Above / Carol Simler, President & CEO of DuPagePads, will highlight new programs during the 14th annual inspirational breakfast, featuring keynote speaker football great Dan Hampton who played formerly for the Chicago Bears. (PN File Photo)
DuPagePads will host the 14th Annual Wake Up Your Spirit Breakfast from 7-8:30AM on Wed., Nov. 2, 2016.
Tickets are now on sale for DuPagePads’ most inspirational event, held again at Benedictine University in Lisle. The entire community is invited to begin their day with this truly uplifting event.
Carol Simler, President & CEO of DuPagePads will highlight new programs, current developments and the agency’s vision for the future. A DuPagePads’ participant will share their journey with the audience and keynote speaker, Dan Hampton, will complete the exhilarating program.
Dan Hampton, also known as “Danimal” is a retired Hall of Fame football defensive tackle who played 12 seasons for the Chicago Bears in the NFL, and led the defense to a 1986 Chicago Bear Super Bowl Championship. Enduring 10 knee surgeries and numerous other injuries, Hampton become recognized as one of the game’s most dedicated players.
His inspiring story will be presented at this year’s Wake Up Your Spirit Breakfast.
“We are thrilled to have Dan Hampton as our keynote speaker. With his relentless determination, he can surely relate to our tagline: when someone believes in you, everything can change,” says Carol Simler, DuPagePads President & CEO.
Tickets for the 2016 breakfast are available for $40 per person on or before Oct. 14 and $45 per person after Oct. 16. Tables of 8 are also available for $320 per table on or before Oct. 14, 2016 and $360 per table after Oct. 16, 2016. To purchase tickets or to learn more about this event, call DuPagePads at (630) 682-3846 x2290 or visit www.dupagepads.org.
Proceeds from the Wake Up Your Spirit Breakfast will provide crucial support services to families and individuals who are homeless as they work toward a place to call home.
DuPagePads
Recognizing over 30 years of service, DuPagePads is the largest provider of services to those who are homeless in DuPage County. DuPagePads’ solution to ending homelessness is housing, coupled with support services and employment to restore hope and transform lives. The administration office is located at 601 West Liberty, Wheaton, IL 60187.
Additional information can be obtained by contacting DuPagePads at (630) 682-3846 or at www.dupagepads.org.
Story submitted by Diana Miller, Special Events Coordinator, for DuPagePads.
