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The Rotary Club of Downers Grove unites community leaders for friendship, service, and impactful giving. We raise funds to support local nonprofits, empower future leaders with scholarships, and contribute to global initiatives. Through fellowship and action, we transform lives in Downers Grove and around the world.

$65K

Donations given to 45 non-profit organizations in Downers Grove 

$75K

Scholarships awarded to 25 Downers Grove students 

800+

Villagers in Malawi Africa have clean water from donations to drill new wells 

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Heather Lippe, Clinical Social Worker, Village of Downers Grove

Tuesday, May 16, 2023
Main article image for story titled 'Heather Lippe, Clinical Social Worker, Village of Downers Grove'Heather Lippe, Clinical Social Worker, Village of Downers Grove, discussed the Village's launch of the Social Services and Referral Program in February of 2022.  The program is designed to connect the residents of Downers Grove who are in need of services with the agencies that provide the services.  The program consists of multiple methods for individuals to connect with the Village social worker, which includes in person, by phone, on line, and through requests from other village departments.  The Village social worker participates in many local organizations or coalitions, such as the Downers Grove Township Senior Advisory Committee and the DuPage County Veterans Suicide Prevention Coalition.   
 

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The people volunteering with the Downers Grove Rotary are some of the best I’ve ever met, and I’ve come to think of them not only as colleagues but as friends and family

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