Meet Dillan

I’m Dillan Vancil, and I’m stepping up to serve Illinois' 17th Congressional District. As an entrepreneur, family man, and natural leader, I’m ready to fight for the people of this community. I built Dame Fine Coffee into a thriving local business, and that journey taught me the value of hard work, determination, and the challenges small businesses face in today’s economy.

Before starting my business, I worked as a railroad engineer and served as the state legislative director for the United Transportation Union (UTU) for four years. These roles gave me a firsthand look at how government policies directly affect working families and local industries. In 2020, I took my commitment to service even further by joining my local school board. I wanted to ensure that parents and communities have a voice in their children’s education. As vice president of the board, I’ve prioritized student well-being, academic excellence, and protecting personal freedoms.

I’m running for Congress because I believe it’s time to restore leadership grounded in common sense, integrity, and accountability. Too often, the government has strayed from its purpose: serving the people. Illinois families are struggling under unsustainable policies, economic stagnation, and a federal government disconnected from our daily lives. I’m ready to change that.

Vancil’s Vision for Illinois

For Families: As a husband and father, Dillan is motivated by a love for his family and a desire to build a brighter future for all Illinois children. He will fight to ensure schools provide quality education and remain focused on empowering students and families.

For Small Businesses: Dillan's experience as a small business owner gives him a deep understanding of the hurdles faced by small business owners. He will advocate for policies that lower taxes, reduce red tape, and foster an environment where small businesses can grow and thrive.

For Freedom: Dillan is a staunch believer in personal liberty and limited government. He will work tirelessly to ensure that federal policies respect individual freedoms while promoting fiscal responsibility and accountability.

For Education: Dillan's time as a school board vice president has shown him the importance of reforming secondary education to better serve students and prepare them for successful futures. He will push for initiatives that prioritize parental involvement, local control, and academic achievement.

Leadership You Can Trust
Dillan Vancil embodies the values that Illinoisans hold dear: hard work, family, and fairness. He understands that government must live within its means, just as families and small businesses do every day. Dillan believes it's time to restore common sense to Washington, D.C., by focusing on policies that strengthen communities, protect freedoms, and promote opportunity for all.

With a clear vision for Illinois and a proven record of leadership, Dillan Vancil is ready to bring practical solutions and principled leadership to Congress. Join the movement to send a common-sense, family-first conservative to Washington—someone who will work tirelessly for you.

It's time for a government that puts people before politics and progress before partisanship.