Our Story of Transformation
From humble beginnings in Kankakee to becoming a pillar of hope in Chicago's South Side communities

Founded by Ahad Bey in 2012
Free My People Ministries (F.M.P.M.) was founded in Kankakee, Illinois in 2012 by Ahad Bey, who recognized the urgent need for comprehensive community support and spiritual guidance in underserved communities.
What began as life coaching and youth mentoring quickly evolved into a holistic ministry addressing the complex challenges facing Chicago's South Side communities. In 2014, F.M.P.M. relocated to Chicago to serve where the need was greatest.
For over a decade, we have remained steadfast in our commitment to breaking cycles of poverty, violence, and trauma through faith-based interventions and practical life skills training.
Our Core Values
Every program we offer is grounded in these fundamental principles that guide our approach to community transformation.
Faith-Centered Healing
We believe in the transformative power of faith and spirituality as foundations for personal and community healing.
Holistic Empowerment
We address the whole person - financial, emotional, spiritual, and social needs - for lasting transformation.
Community Partnership
We collaborate with local organizations, churches, and community leaders to maximize our collective impact.
Community Partnerships
We work alongside established organizations to strengthen our community impact and provide comprehensive support services.
Key Collaborative Partners
OSM CONGLOMERATE
Strategic partnership for community development, business solutions, and collaborative impact initiatives
FULL CIRCLE ll
Collaborative support for holistic community transformation and empowerment programs
NAEFI
National Alliance for the Empowerment of the Formerly Incarcerated - Founded by Benny Lee, providing peer-led re-entry circles, job training, expungement assistance, and life-skills coaching from Chicago's West Side
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