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MIP Score

49

Legal Aid
Transitional Offender Housing

Philemon House

Mission

Philemon House is a Christ-centered ministry dedicated to breaking the cycle of recidivism by supporting current and former inmates. The organization provides Bible study in prisons and jails and operates a Discipleship House for young men, offering training in spiritual growth, behavior, finances, education, and job skills.

Basic Information

Tax-Exempt

Address

396 Ridgeland Ave, West Chicago, Illinois, 60185

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Founded in

2013

EIN

90-1079379

Total Assets

$175.4 thousand

UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported

This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.

At a Glance

Louis Dooley's Journey

Louis Dooley's Journey

Learn about the transformation of Louis Dooley from an inmate to a leader in prison ministry.

Discipleship House for Young Men

Discipleship House for Young Men

A Christ-centered residential living environment to help young men identify their purpose and re-orient their moral compass.

In-Prison Youth Ministries

In-Prison Youth Ministries

Bible-based ministry materials and methods are used to evangelize and make disciples within youth prisons.

Impact Stats

$151,662

Average cost of recidivism per person

Recidivism Cost Savings

By preventing recidivism through discipleship programs, Philemon House helps reduce the average cost of recidivism per person.

2,400 youth annually

Youth released and supported

Youth Support

Served over 2,400 youth released into the community each year to help them prevent re-arrest.

86%

Percentage of youth re-arrested

Re-arrest Prevention

Targeting the 86% of youth likely to be re-arrested within three years, Philemon House provides Christ-centered support.

Our Programs

Incarcerated Adults Magazine Program

Helping incarcerated adults learn about the plan God has for their lives.

Adult Correspondence Program

Mailing Bible study materials to incarcerated men to help them grow in their understanding of the Bible.

Youth Prison Ministry

Providing hope and spiritual guidance for incarcerated youth through Bible teachings.

Discipleship House

A residential living environment for young men focusing on spiritual and personal growth.

Volunteer Opportunities

In-Jail and In-Prison Ministries

Serve the needs of the incarcerated through mentorship and support.

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Spanish Speaking Support

Help bridge the language gap for Spanish-speaking incarcerated individuals.

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Discipleship House Mentoring

Mentoring and tutoring residents of the Discipleship House.

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Correspondence Ministry

Encourage incarcerated individuals through Bible studies via correspondence.

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MIP Score (Beta)

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Overall Score

49

52

/100

Program Expense Ratio

96.31%

20

/20

Program Revenue Growth

0.00%

2

/20

Leverage Ratio

0.01988

20

/20

Working Capital Ratio

0.8036

8

/20

Fundraising Efficiency

0

2

/20

Latest Filing Data: Form 990

Fiscal Year:2022

Source:Source: Self-reported by organization

Financial Details

Revenue

CategoryAmountPercentage
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants322.6K101.97%
Program Services00.00%
Investment Income00.00%
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets00.00%
Other Notable Sources00.00%
Total Revenue316.4K100.00%