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Congratulations to graduating seniors at all of the DuPage, Will, and Kane County High Schools! Best wishes to you as yo...
06/18/2026

Congratulations to graduating seniors at all of the DuPage, Will, and Kane County High Schools! Best wishes to you as you continue to Dream, Believe, and Become.

Thank you to all who joined KidsMatter at the Naperville Park District’s 19th Annual Kite Fly! KidsMatter was excited to...
06/11/2026

Thank you to all who joined KidsMatter at the Naperville Park District’s 19th Annual Kite Fly! KidsMatter was excited to once again present Games from Around the World, allowing young people and families to learn about different cultures around the world through the games that children play. It was a fun-filled afternoon of learning, connection, and community. 🪁

We are also so thankful for the amazing organizations that joined us, representing countries from around the world and providing fun, educational games based on each country of origin: ALMAS - Alliance of Latinos Motivating Action in the Suburbs, DuPage Hispanic Alliance, Indian Community Outreach, Institute for Diplomacy and Cultural Exchange, KidsMatter Senior High Board, Naper Settlement, Naperville Sister Cities Commission, and West Suburban Irish.

Games from Around the World is sponsored in part by a SECA grant from the City of Naperville, Illinois, Government with support from the Naperville Park District and the KidsMatter Senior High Board.

What a great way to kick off summer! Thank you to everyone who joined us for our School’s Out Fundraiser at Lou Malnati’...
06/09/2026

What a great way to kick off summer! Thank you to everyone who joined us for our School’s Out Fundraiser at Lou Malnati’s.

We enjoyed delicious pizza and amazing musical performances from Naperville-area students, all while raising funds for our KidsMatter programs! Shoutout to our musical performers Amatons NFP, Metea Valley Muses, a Jazz Combo featuring North Central College and Naperville North High School students, Alexander J. Amato, piano, and Neuqua Valley High School To Be Natural for their amazing performances.

Thank you so much Lou Malnati's Naperville for hosting us in person, and Alex Amato for your music coordination!

Coming up in one week is a great opportunity for teens from one of KidsMatter’s valued partners! It’s called the Teen Ph...
06/09/2026

Coming up in one week is a great opportunity for teens from one of KidsMatter’s valued partners! It’s called the Teen Philanthroparty, and it’s hosted by the DuPage County Health Department’s teen advisory board, Reality Illinois. This party with a purpose offers raffle prizes, giveaways and a boosted mindset from the “Face It. Feel It. Flip It.” method of wellness advocate and featured speaker Christine Conti. Check out the details below, plan to bring a donation item for Serenity House, and register to join in the fun on June 16 at https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=aFBeKI6Is06Ykmq8Yo2vWo87xTIUQ6dFmuAooKy20UdUQkFEWlBEOVlFMk5QRUkxRVhFMEtJVEQ0WS4u or using the QR code. All teens in DuPage are invited to join.

🌎🪁 What an incredible day at the Naperville Park District’s 19th Annual Kite Fly!KidsMatter was honored to once again pr...
06/07/2026

🌎🪁 What an incredible day at the Naperville Park District’s 19th Annual Kite Fly!

KidsMatter was honored to once again present “Games from Around the World,” marking the fifth consecutive year that young people and families have had the opportunity to learn about different cultures through the games children play across the world. It was inspiring to see our community come together to celebrate diversity, curiosity, and the universal language of play.

Thank you to everyone who came out to enjoy the festivities, fly kites, and play games.

A special thank you to our partners and supporters. Games from Around the World was sponsored in part by a SECA grant from the City of Naperville, Illinois Government, with support from the Naperville Park District and other key partners, including the Naperville Sister Cities Commission and the KidsMatter Senior High Board.

Thank you for making this year’s event such a wonderful success! We can’t wait to see you again next year! 🌍💙🪁

✈️☀️ What a beautiful day to connect with our community!KidsMatter is incredibly grateful to be part of the Cavalcade of...
06/06/2026

✈️☀️ What a beautiful day to connect with our community!

KidsMatter is incredibly grateful to be part of the Cavalcade of Planes event in Bolingbrook today. We’re enjoying the amazing weather, meeting so many wonderful families, and sharing in the excitement with the thousands of attendees who are coming out to celebrate aviation and community.

Be sure to stop by the Welcome Tent and say hello! Our team is giving away airplanes for the kids while supplies last. 🛩️

As we like to say, “The sky is not the limit—it’s just the beginning!” 🚀

Thank you to everyone who has stopped by to visit with us. We love being part of a community that helps young people dream big, soar high, and reach new horizons.

06/05/2026

Come on over to Lou Malnati’s!

06/04/2026

On Thursday, June 4, 2026, Lou Malnati’s again will host School’s Out at the restaurant located at 131 W. Jefferson Avenue in downtown Naperville. The longstanding KidsMatter fundraiser showcases student talent while building on history of bringing community together. (PN File Photo) KidsMatter ...

Happy Illinois Youth Philanthropy Day! 💙 Today, we celebrate the power of young people to create meaningful change in th...
06/04/2026

Happy Illinois Youth Philanthropy Day! 💙 Today, we celebrate the power of young people to create meaningful change in their communities through service, generosity, and leadership.

At KidsMatter, we see this impact firsthand through our Teen Philanthropy Initiative, where local students learn the value of giving back by evaluating community needs, awarding grants, and supporting organizations making a difference. Through this program, students aren’t just learning about philanthropy; they’re becoming compassionate leaders and changemakers who are helping shape a stronger future for all.

Want to learn more about our Teen Philanthropy Initiative? Visit https://kidsmatter2us.org/teen-philanthropy-initiative/ for more info!

KidsMatter will be returning to the Naperville Park District's 19th annual Kite Fly, presenting “Games from Around the W...
06/01/2026

KidsMatter will be returning to the Naperville Park District's 19th annual Kite Fly, presenting “Games from Around the World”. For the fifth year in a row, young people and families have the chance to learn about different cultures around the world through the games that children play.

Join us this Sunday, June 7, from 12:00 - 4:00 p.m. at the Frontier Sports Complex, 3380 Cedar Glade Drive in Naperville! Families can make a day of it by purchasing lunch or snacks from the food trucks on-site or by bringing their own picnic.

Learn More: https://kidsmatter2us.org/events/kite-fly-festival/

Games from Around the World was sponsored in part by a SECA grant from the City of Naperville, Illinois, Government with support from the Naperville Park District and other key partners, including the Naperville Sister Cities Commission, and the KidsMatter Senior High Board.

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