NAMI DuPage was established in 1985 by a small but determined group of parents seeking support and services for their children living with mental health conditions. United by shared challenges and a deep desire for change, they became an affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), the nation’s leading grassroots mental health advocacy organization

Driven by compassion and a commitment to advocacy, these founding families joined forces to amplify their voices and push for better mental health services, resources, and understanding within the community. What began as a grassroots effort has grown into a thriving nonprofit with over 1,000 members—making NAMI DuPage one of the largest and most innovative of more than 600 NAMI affiliates across the country.

Today, NAMI DuPage continues to be a powerful catalyst for change in DuPage County, offering a wide range of education, support, and recovery programs for individuals and families impacted by mental health conditions. We remain rooted in the belief that no one should face mental illness alone—and we’re here to walk alongside our community every step of the way.