“As a mother, volunteer and leader in numerous social service agencies and longtime DuPage County resident, Kari understands why people want to live in DuPage County: quality schools and safe communities. Kari’s commitment to law enforcement and public safety and her passion for improving the lives of others make her uniquely qualified to sit on the DuPage County Board.”

— Bob Berlin, DuPage County State’s Attorney

“Kari has taken the lead on many initiatives focused on the betterment of our community.  She has a tenacious work ethic and I strongly support her candidacy for DuPage County board.”

— Kirk Dillard, Former State Senator

“I’ve worked closely with Kari on several major initiatives in our community, so I’ve had a front row seat to her leadership in action. She is hard-working, tenacious, passionate, and an incredible listener. Kari is smart, savvy, and more committed to improving our communities than anyone I know. I can’t think of a better person for DuPage County Board District 3 and I can’t wait to vote for her.”

— Lana Johnson, Parent and Darien resident

“I had the pleasure of working closely with Kari Galassi at the Hinsdale Hospital Foundation and in particular on a campaign for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. She was incredibly, organized, committed and passionate about the campaign. Without Kari, the campaign would not have been nearly as successful. Her passion and work ethic will certainly benefit the DuPage County Board and all of its constituents. No doubt..I will fully support Kari!!”

— Jay Pollitt, Chairman on Hinsdale Hospital Foundation

“Kari is the person to have as our advocate! Not only is she dedicated to the community and doing what’s right for them, as opportunities arise for improvement Kari looks at each problem strategically and compiles a plan to eliminate the problem. Her dedication and commitment is extremely commendable and she doesn’t stop until she achieves the goal! Any community would be fortunate to have her represent them as she would make it her number #1 priority to represent their concerns.”

— Madhu Reddy, Burr Ridge Resident

“Kari has been actively involved with our school district for many years and has fought to maintain excellence for our students. ”

— Jane Shu, Westmont resident

“Kari has drive and spirit like few others. Her empathy and character propel her philanthropic efforts. Through her scholarship fundraising, several deserving young dedicated dancers are able to continue their training at my studio. She is my go-to because she gets the job done!”

— Liz Haefele-Werthman, owner of Purevibe Dance Studio, Downers Grove resident

“When my clinic launched an outreach COVID vaccine initiative for the elderly, immigrants and those with healthcare access issues in DuPage County last Spring, Kari donated an immense amount of time helping me with coordination and implementation. She was always hard working; a consistent and reliable force for good in our County, with bright ideas and relentless dedication. She is a boots-on-the-ground person. We could never have pulled it off without her!”

— Kathleen Schmelka, MD MPH, CDC Certified Outreach Vaccine Provider, Hinsdale resident

“If you want a fair and open minded candidate for DuPage County Board look no further then Kari Galassi. I have had first hand experience working with Kari on critical issues facing our community and she is a passionate leader. Her work ethic is incredible. She researches, prepares and plans extensively when tackling issues and finding resolutions. Her analytical background and experience in fiscal management would be a tremendous resource on the county board. I applaud her desire to address crime and make DuPage county the best place to live in Illinois. I fully support Kari Galassi for District 3 representative on the DuPage County Board.”

— Mary Coyle Sullivan, City of Darien Alderperson Ward 5

“Kari Galassi is smart, dedicated to her community, and knows how to take action to make positive change. She knows what it takes to keep our county safe, grow our economy, and maintain excellent schools. She is exactly who we need to fill my seat on the DuPage County Board. I endorse her wholeheartedly and look forward to working with her to move DuPage forward.”

— Greg Hart, County Board Member and Candidate for County Chairman

“Kari Galassi has been a champion on the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Cabinet at Hinsdale Hospital. Her passion for the health and well-being of our most fragile newborns is palpable. Listening to her speak, and watching her in action, I admire how much she is respected, trusted, and loved in our community.”

— Lanny F. Wilson, M.D., Chair of the NICU Cabinet

“Galassi gets it done! Kari moved mountains in 2019 as the President for the D86 VOTE YES committee. She organized more than a groundswell of support and sharply rallied voter participation from Oak Brook to Darien and all 5 towns in between, which led to the successful passage of the $139.9mm D86 facilities referendum: the second highest rate of passage for any referendum in the last 25 years. The referendum had failed twice prior to Galassi taking the reins. Kari is an operational genius. She combined her organizational, personal and diplomatic skills to inspire and build a passionate volunteer workforce which then markedly altered voter habits that paid dividends for the seven towns that feed into both high schools in District 86.”

— Jeff Waters, D86 Board Member, Hinsdale resident

“Kari joined the Hinsdale Hospital foundation as a cabinet member and made an immediate impact by planning and executing an extremely successful financial and educational community event to restore the NICU unit. I fully support Kari's candidacy for the DuPage County Board and know she will be a fantastic leader for our District and the entire County.”

— Patti Bellock, Former State Representative