On Wednesday, October 29, 2014, the DuPage County Historical Museum presented its first “Making a Historical Difference” award. The evening, which focuses on hope and history, was held at the Arrowhead Golf Club, 26w151 Butterfield Road, Wheaton, and featured live music, dinner, beer, wine, and dessert. Proceeds will benefit the DuPage County Historical Museum Foundation.
The DuPage Historical Museum has established an award to recognize DuPage County citizens who, through the years, have provided leadership, business growth, economic impact, philanthropy, and voluntary civic services, all of which have made a lasting, positive impact on the quality of life for DuPage residents. These local heroes are woven into the historical fabric of our county.
The foundation committee has undergone a careful selection process to ensure that the first recipient of the award is the Historical Museum’s clear first choice. For this inaugural award, the committee is proud to honor Daniel L. Goodwin, Chairman and CEO of The Inland Real Estate Group of Companies.
Mr. Goodwin has demonstrated leadership by founding and building a local business that has employed thousands of DuPage County residents and stimulated our local economy for over thirty years. Mr. Goodwin has not only contributed generously to local charities and civic organizations but has volunteered his time as a board member and consultant for more than 16 local organizations. He has provided support and advice, which have been crucial to the success of a number of DuPage County organizations, and he has received 29 awards and honors from these organizations. Mr. Goodwin is well-known for giving his time and money and not asking anything in return.
