KidsMatter EVENTS
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Empowering kids to realize their purpose, know their value and find their pathway
KidsMatter works collaboratively with organizations and resources throughout the community, including mental health professionals, schools, public safety agencies, faith-based communities and local businesses. Our support and services impact roughly 45,000 youth throughout Will and DuPage counties.
UPCOMING PUBLIC EVENTS
Wednesday, September 3 | 8:00 to 11:00 A.M.
Early Childhood Mental Health Symposium
The Morton Arboretum
Hosted by KidsMatter in partnership with Birth to Five Illinois: Region 19 and the DuPage County Health Department!
We’ll explore the early childhood mental health landscape in DuPage County through thoughtful discussion and a keynote from Erikson Institute Senior Instructor Sarah Martinez. In-person space is sold out, but we invite you to join us virtually!
Tuesday, September 18 | 5:00 to 7:00 P.M.
Volunteer Fair
Fort Hill Activity Center
Nonprofit organizations in Naperville and surrounding areas are encouraged to participate in this volunteer opportunity. We’re proud to help connect community members to local nonprofit volunteer openings!
Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 6:00 PM
2025 EMPOWER Gala
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Naperville
Join us on November 15th for this year’s fun-filled evening as we celebrate the powerful impact of empowering kids to realize their purpose, know their value, and discover their pathway.
KIDSMATTER IS PROUD TO SUPPORT THE GLENBARD PARENT SERIES
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World-renowned authors and clinicians present relevant, research-based information to support positive youth development.
ON DEMAND PAST EVENTS
Communication 101 for Tweens & Teens (And Parents)
Dr. Catherine Newman
February 8, 2023
Erin's Law Discussion
November 8, 2021
Adolescent Mental Health in 2021
Aaron Weiner
May 26, 2021
Educational Series: Keeping Our Kids Safe On Their Devices
Family Communication through COVID-19 and Stressful Times
Rich Wistocki
April 20, 2021
Educational Series: Family Matters
Family Communication through COVID-19 and Stressful Times
Christina Maki & Dr. Laura Bokar
March 10, 2021
Educational Series: E-Cigs, Vaping, and Marijuana
Dr. McBride
March 8, 2021
The Price You Pay for College: An Entirely New Road Map for the Biggest Financial Decision Your Family Will Ever Make
Ron Lieber
February 4, 2021
The Importance of Failure
January 27, 2021
7:00-7:40 pm
Zoom Virtual Discussion
Educational Series: Common Genius Uncommon Destiny
November 11, 2020
Resilient University
KidsMatter welcomes Tom Klisiewicz to present “Resilient University”. Teaching Mindfulness, Mediation and other practical Scientifically supported Resiliency Strategies to reduce Stress, Perform at your Peak and Live Healthier, Happier Lives
September 30, 2020
7:00 – 7:40 pm CST
Educational Series: Road to Recovery
July 22, 2020
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