Volunteer of the Year Award Well-deserved

We are honored to announce that Jim Benzin, Donka Board Member, has been named West Suburban Philanthropic Network (WSPN) “Nonprofit Volunteer of the Year” and will be recognized at WSPN’s 23rd Annual Philanthropy Award Ceremony at College of DuPage on Thursday, August 28, 2025!

A U.S. veteran himself, Jim has spent more than 50 years advocating for and serving veterans—and his commitment continues today through his unwavering volunteerism with Donka as a Board Member, along with his role in the VETSO group, helping disabled veterans at the DuPage Care Center-DPCC

Jim exemplifies what it means to be a service leader. He brings heart, energy, and vision to every effort, and he has helped shape Donka’s growth and impact in just the three years he has served on our board. Jim’s lifelong service to veterans, his deep belief in our mission, and his relentless volunteer efforts make him not only the perfect candidate for Nonprofit Volunteer of the Year—but a living example of the best our community has to offer.

Join us in celebrating Jim! Visit WSPN’s Philanthropy Awards to learn more about the elite group of individuals and organizations that are being recognized with honors, and get your tickets to be part of the excitement!