Statement of support from our Jewish partners regarding Park 51
CHICAGO, Aug. 20, 2010- This statement was released today by the Jewish Council on Urban Affairs...
Register to Vote and Get Out and Vote It is our Islamic Duty
As the country and our State enters the last two months before the November 2nd elections, more Americans Muslims are eagerly participating in civic and political life. The most effective way for Muslim Americans to share the values of Islam...
Another type of donation: Planned Giving
The Council is pleased to roll out another form of giving to encourage the Muslim community to plan their wealth. Watch a free webinar on Planned Giving. Read more about the types and FAQ's about Planned Giving...
Council leadership meets with Senator Durbin to advocate for the Muslim community
(CHICAGO- AUGUST 21, 2010) - Illinois Senator Dick Durbin visited the Council office this morning to discuss issues like refugee re-settlement, Muslim civil rights and the New York...
Muslim leaders express disappointment with Gov. Quinn's remarks about New York Islamic Center
(CHICAGO-AUGUST 20, 2010) -The Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago along with CAIR-Chicago and other interfaith and civic partners held a press conference...
Council applauds President's support of NYC mosque
The Council joined MPAC and other Muslim American organizations in thanking President Barack Obama and New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg for their support of the proposed Islamic center in New York....
Chicago Muslim Attends White House Iftar
On Friday, August 13, Chicago's very own Sadaf Syed attended the annual White House iftar dinner where President Barack Obama voiced his support for the mosque in New York. She is the author of the photo documentary book on Muslim women...
Remember your Council this Ramadan
We understand that there are several opportunities for giving, especially in the month of Ramadan. We just ask that you keep the Council on your list of "checks to write" this month.
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Wishing you a Blessed Green Ramadan
from the Council
The Council is gearing up for the second annual "Green Ramadan" campaign that encourages Muslims to shrink their ecological footprint along with abstaining from food and ...
Ramadan, a cure for excesses
In the Quranic prescription of fasting in Ramadan, God asks the believers to "Fast in Ramadan the same way previous believers fasted" in order to attain certain benefits. Five verses in Surah Al- Baqarah (Quran 2:183-187) describe the four main benefits of fasting.....
Our Youth = Our Friends
As we are eagerly awaiting Ramadan, the month where Muslims fast from food and drink from sunrise to sunset, we are reminded to fulfill our obligations to our Creator. Families and friends join together for Iftar, the breaking of the fast, and attend the Taraweeh prayers at the many...
Qiyam Under the Stars
InshaAllah on Friday August 27th to August 28th, CIOGC will be holding"Qiyam Under the Stars", A night of spiritual elevation and renewed purpose through group prayers, scholarly reflections, team-building, and artistic expression. Get pumped for fun activities and a spiritual night! Stay tuned for more details InshaAllah.
A Request to the Khateebs
Dear Respected Khatib:
The Zakat Chicago, a committee of CIOGC, requests you to deliver your Jum'ah khutbah on the topic of Zakat in order to raise awareness of this important pillar of Islam...
CIOGC Campaigns & Initiatives
CIOGC Participates in United We Serve Initiative
CIOGC is announcing a collaborative effort with Muslim Americans Answer the Call in response to President Obama's call to all Americans to help our nation recover from the economic crisis (United We Serve). CIOGC encourages all Muslim organizations to participate in this new initiative with Muslim Americans Answer the Call and CIOGC as partners in civic service.
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