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Roadside Foundation

The Maintenance of Hope

Mission

Roadside Foundation aims to provide auto repair assistance to DuPage County, Illinois residents, focusing on supporting low-income families, veterans, seniors, and individuals experiencing a disability. We are committed to fostering a sense of community by ensuring that reliable transportation is accessible and enhancing independence. Through our dedicated team of professionals and volunteers, we aim to deliver transparent, honest, and compassionate service while empowering individuals with the knowledge to maintain their vehicles.

Vision

To establish ourselves as a top advocate for affordable and accessible auto repair services in DuPage County, aiming to improve road safety and promote well-being through community initiatives. By focusing on road safety and the welfare of our community, we do more than just offer repair assistance; we enhance lives and cultivate an empowered, more connected community.

About Us

Our Story

Our Commitment

Our Services

Founded by a dedicated social worker, we are a small but growing 501(c)(3) nonprofit full of heart. While we don’t have a garage for repairs yet, the strong partnerships we’ve built in our community help us support our clients. Together, we work to ensure they can keep their vehicles on the road and stay connected with what matters most. 

Our Services

Our Commitment

Our Services

We’re here to help with various services, including financial assistance for essential vehicle maintenance and repairs, fun educational workshops, and more! 

Our team may be small, but we’re always eager to help! Stay up to date with our newsletter as we continue to grow.

Our Commitment

Our Commitment

Our Commitment

 We truly empathize with the stress that car troubles can bring, and we want you to know that we are here to support you every step of the way. If we can’t provide the assistance you need, we will do our best to guide you towards other options that can help meet your immediate needs. Our commitment is to help you navigate these challenges with care and understanding. 

Board of Directors

Executive Director/Founder/Board President

Vincent Cieslak, MSW, LSW, CADC, CDVP

Board Co-Chair

Jill Early, LCSW, MSW

Board Secretary

Cristina Cabrera, BA

Board Treasurer

Holly Walter

Board Member At-Large

Tara Dawar, MSMIS, MPH, BA, CSPO

Board Member At-Large

Shelley Egeland, MS, LCPC

Board Member At-Large

Simone Schroeder, LCPC

Automotive Technical Consultants

Jamie Gillies

Jamie Gillies

Jamie Gillies

Jamie Gillies is a Certified Auto Technician with over 25 years of experience. His foundational beliefs resonate with Roadside Foundation's mission to promote independence and foster stability. Jamie looks forward to using his outstanding diagnostic abilities and innovative problem-solving skills to help those seeking services from the Roadside Foundation. He is dedicated to offering assistance through workshops, training sessions, and self-paced demonstrations for those eager to deepen their knowledge of auto repair.

Jesus Saquin

Jamie Gillies

Jamie Gillies

Jesus Saquin is a Certified Auto Technician with over 10 years of experience. His expertise spans cars, SUVs, medium-duty, and heavy-duty vehicles. He showcases his technical skills by completing and maintaining the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification. Jesus is dedicated to supporting the mission and values of Roadside Foundation by contributing to the organization's efforts to provide direct services and assistance to those in need. 

Events

2025

Virtual Workshops Coming Soon!

2025

Virtual Workshops Coming Soon!

Make a Difference!

Your generous support and contributions will greatly assist us in fulfilling our mission! They will enable us to manage essential auto repairs and provide even more services to our wonderful local communities. 


Check with your employer to see if your donation qualifies for a Matching Gift, which will increase its impact even further. 


Roadside Foundation is a Not-for-Profit 501(c)3 organization. Nonprofit Tax ID Number 99-4960725. Your donations are tax-deductible to the extent of the law.


Ways to donate:

Click the donation link below

Scan the Zelle QR Code

or

Mail a check (payable to Roadside Foundation)

ATTN: Vincent Cieslak

Roadside Foundation 

PO Box 68

Naperville, IL 60566


Pay with PayPal or a debit/credit card

Scan & Donate

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Frequently Asked Questions

Please contact us if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Right now, we're excited to offer financial assistance for your auto repairs! Just keep in mind that there are some limitations on the types of repairs we can cover. We're here to help you navigate this process! 


Currently, we do not offer emergency roadside assistance. However, we're excited to update you as we grow and work to serve our community's needs better!


We warmly invite you to reach out and check your eligibility! This is just a friendly reminder that we request that you live in DuPage County and meet the criteria of being low-income, a veteran, a senior, or someone experiencing a disabling condition.


We regret to inform you that we are currently at capacity for our services.

Contact Us

We would love to hear from you!

We’ll gladly connect to discuss how we can help!


Call: (331) 481-5277

or

Email: info@roadsidefoundation.org


If you need assistance, please complete these steps: 

Step 1: Contact us.

Step 2: Speak with our staff to determine eligibility for services.

Step 3: Complete our intake paperwork.

Step 4:  Work together toward your goal.


We are a small nonprofit; please allow up to 2-3 business days for a response. 


We appreciate your patience, and we’re excited to work with you!


Sincerely,


Roadside Foundation

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