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Ellman encourages local organizations to apply for pre-apprenticeship funding

NAPERVILLE – To expand the 21^st District’s talent pipeline and boost diversity in Illinois’ construction and building trades, State Senator Laura Ellman is encouraging local community-based organizations to apply for the latest round of funding through the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program. 

“Pre-apprenticeship programs open doors to good-paying, long-term careers while helping Illinois build the skilled workforce we need for the future,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “By investing in training and removing barriers to entering the trades, we’re creating more opportunities for people from all backgrounds to develop valuable skills, support their families and contribute to our communities.”

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Lombard Free Community Shred Event

Please join State Representative Margaret DeLaRosa and I at our next FREE Shred Event on Saturday, September 26 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Lombard Village Hall.

This is your opportunity to destroy documents with personal information, such as credit card statements, medical records, tax returns, and bills. We will also be collecting donations of paper goods to benefit The Outreach House.

2026 Naperville Fall Vaccine Clinic

Join State Senator Laura Ellman's Fall Vaccine Clinic, hosted in partnership with Jewel-Osco, on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 from 8am–12pm at the Fort Hill Activity Center, 20 Fort Hill Dr, Naperville, IL 60540. Vaccinations available include COVID-19, Flu, Hepatitis B, Pneumococcal, Shingles, and Tetanus-Whooping Cough. An appointment is required, so be sure to book online in advance: https://www.jewelosco.com/vaccinations/group-clinic/FortHillActivityCenter

Sept. 2026 Donation Drive

My office is collecting food donations throughout September 2026 for Hunger Action Month, benefiting the Glen House Food Pantry.

Donation boxes are located at the Lisle Recreation Center (1925 Ohio St, Lisle, IL 60532) as well as my district office (24W500 Maple Ave, Naperville, IL 60540).

Needed items include: boxed granola bars, trail mix, peanut butter, jelly, small snacks such as pretzels, chips, crackers, ramen and 100% fruit juice boxes.

For more information, contact (630) 601-9961 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..