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KidsMatter program grows next generation of philanthropic leaders through community connectionsTeen Philanthropy Initiative building on first three years of nonprofit educationKidsMatter Executive Director Nina Menis and life-long banking executive and community...

B2B support spans decades to benefit KidsMatterThe Naperville-area business community’s support of KidsMatter has long roots within our 25-year history. One great example is the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce’s Team B2B — a longtime supporter of KidsMatter,...

SpringBoard Summer Series expands into Arts and InnovationNew course continues program’s history of providing in-demand career exploration opportunitiesNAPERVILLE, ILL. — KidsMatter’s popular SpringBoard Summer Series, in collaboration with area schools and partners,...

Members of the KidsMatter Senior High Board helped kick off KidsMatter's 25th anniversary year during the EMPOWER Gala last fall. Photo credit: Emily Cummings PhotographyKidsMatter begins 25th anniversary year with continued dedication to empowering youthFounded...

KidsMatter empowers Naperville Central grad to research solutions to youth destructive behaviors, promote mental healthThrough innovative internship, local college student gains experience in mental health activism, advances KidsMatter’s missionNAPERVILLE, IL. —...

KidsMatter’s EMPOWER Gala to highlight artistic passions Performers showcase talents to help fund new arts program, other KidsMatter initiativesNAPERVILLE, IL. — The arts will be front and center during the 2025 EMPOWER Gala, as talented performers share their...

KidsMatter CEO Nina Menis Featured On Mission Matters PodcastNina Menis is the CEO and Executive Director of KidsMatter, a nonprofit organization focused on supporting youth and fostering community engagement. In her role, she leads efforts to provide youth with...

Youth Mental Health Summit Held April 24 at College of DuPageOn April 24, the DuPage County Health Department, the Prevention Leadership Team, and KidsMatter welcomed Dr. Joanna Williams, Senior Director of Research at Search Institute, and a panel of local...