DBC Gifts Of Love, NFP

DBC Gifts of Love, NFP is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) multi-generational community service organization that raises awareness to homelessness in our local community and provides resources to the disenfranchised in the regions we serve through various community initiatives with collaborative partnerships via outreach, programs, and workforce development to help people succeed.

The 4 Pillars of DBC Gifts Of Love,NFP I. Education: Everyday Tech for 55+ Seniors – “Helping Seniors Stay Connected. Everyday Tech for 55+ Seniors advances digital equity by providing adults age 55 and older with accessible, hands-on digital literacy education that builds essential skills for using everyday technology, internet services, AI, fraud & scam awareness and online tools. The program reduces barriers to digital access and inclusion by empowering seniors to confidently engage in communication, telehealth, online resources, and civic participation in an increasingly digital world. A Gift of Purpose College Leadership & Life Skills Program- “Empowering Undergraduates Through Financial, Digital, Wellness, and Personal Development.” A Gift Of Purpose was created to affirm the values at the heart of DBC Gifts of Love: equipping sophomore, junior, and senior undergraduate students—beginning in the Chicago South Suburban region—with essential financial literacy, digital skills, wellness education, and leadership development to support academic persistence and long-term economic stability. Designed for future national scale, the program combines structured learning, community service, and stipended support to reduce barriers, promote student well-being, and prepare undergraduates for successful transitions into adulthood and the workforce. 3. TT4U-Teaching & Training 4UR Career College Internship Program “Building Careers Through Training” The TT4U College Internship Program provides hands-on, real-world training in podcasting/audio-video production, graphic design, and print media, paired with mentorship from industry professionals. College interns gain practical workforce experience, career development support, and a certificate of completion to prepare them for sustainable employment and creative careers. II. Economic Development DBC Entrepreneurial Development Incubator “Developing Businesses. Strengthening Communities. The DBC Entrepreneurial Development Incubator, a program of DBC Gifts Of Love, NFP, provides a structured six-month training and mentorship experience designed to support start-up and growth-stage businesses. Through hands-on instruction across key business pillars, the program equips entrepreneurs with the skills, resources, and access to capital needed to launch, scale, and sustain successful businesses in the Chicago Southland region. III. Workforce Development 55+ Community Opportunity Training Program IV. Community Outreach Pack The Future BackPack & School Supply Drive Sharing The Love Community Drive DBC Keys 2 Stability Community 5K