4 Reasons to Give from Your IRA

4 Reasons to Give from Your IRA

Smart, Convenient Giving for Supporters Over 70½ More and more supporters are giving to Chicagoland Prison Outreach (CPO) directly from their retirement accounts through what’s known as a “qualified charitable distribution” (often referred to as a “QCD”). For those...
Why Worship Matters

Why Worship Matters

By Corey Buchanan, Executive Director The Apostle Paul reminds us that “one plants, one waters, but God gives the increase.” This truth keeps us grounded in the work of prison ministry. It helps us remember that our role is to be faithful to the calling and assignment...
Bearing Much Fruit

Bearing Much Fruit

By David Sherwood, Director of Advancement Since stepping into this role in May, my heart has been filled with gratitude, not only for the amazing work God is doing through CPO, but also for you, our faithful partners who make this ministry possible. Truly, “The Lord...
Seeds of Faithfulness

Seeds of Faithfulness

By Dan Swets, Director of Ministry One day, my father-in-law called me. He told me he had been listening to a radio program where a chaplain was talking about ministry in Cook County Jail and was looking for volunteers. He said, “Dan, you need to do this.” I didn’t...
Stock: The Perfect Year-End Gift

Stock: The Perfect Year-End Gift

3 Benefits of Giving Stock Thank you for your generosity, which makes the ministry of Chicagoland Prison Outreach possible! If you’re contemplating a year-end gift, consider giving appreciated stock. Not only will you further the important work of sharing Christ’s...