CHICAGO RISING

Based on the successes realized through the work of the Willow Creek Church Prison and Jail Ministry - a 45% decrease in prison violence, active pursuit of education and the desire to become agents of positive change upon their release - Chicago Rising was formed to partner with Chicago neighborhood leaders to continue the supports for those returning to their homes, while also growing opportunities for teen and adult residents as a whole... We are a group of native Chicagoans with both start-up and significant experience building business organizations, now directing their time, expertise and resources to carry out major projects at a local community level.