Defending Homeschooling

Defending Homeschooling

David Smith, Executive Director of Illinois Family Institute speaks out on HB 2827 on Fox News.  Watch the passionate interview here!

Defending Families

Defending Families

“Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others.”

~Phil. 2:4

Equipping The Body of Christ

Equipping The Body of Christ

“You are the light of the world… Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.”

~Matt. 5:14-16

Religious Liberty

Religious Liberty

An individual’s civil rights of religious liberty and freedom of conscience should be affirmed and free from government interference.

New Study Shows That Women Still Want Men to Be Protectors
Numerous headlines regarding the dating landscape of Generation Z (1997-2012) paint a bleak picture: women are trending Left while men are trending Right.
By Thomas Hampson   |   04.04.26
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The most common nickname for Chicago is The Windy City. I used to think it referred to the weather. But Chicago is not even in the top one hundred cities for wind velocity. The nickname actually derives from gasbag politicians. Chicago has a long history of hosting political conventions—infamous for interminable speeches.
05.12.26
Legislative Update & Witness Slips for the Week of May 11, 2026
The Illinois General Assembly is in the homestretch before its May 31 adjournment. Several bad bills are still moving through committees and toward final votes — please take action and email lawmakers so they hear from pro-family voters in their districts!
By David Curtin   |   05.11.26
Illinois Expands Gambling, Then Treats the Disorder
More than 1 in 3 boys have gambled. Over half of adults have too. This isn’t “harmless fun”—it’s addictive. The house always wins; the player loses. Illinois reaps revenue from those losses—then asks taxpayers to fund programs to address the “gambling disorder” it helped create.
By David E. Smith   |   05.11.26
My First Mother’s Day
In a culture that often devalues marriage, children, and family, Christian mothers are shaping souls, building homes, and leaving an eternal legacy. We cannot underestimate the importance of faithful motherhood. It is one of God’s greatest gifts and callings.
By Alyssa Sonnenburg   |   05.09.26
Why Worship Matters to Christian Moms
Christian mothers play a powerful role in shaping the spiritual foundation of the home. Worship, prayer, and faithfully pointing children to Christ are not small things — they are kingdom work with eternal impact.
Registration is Now Open for IFI’s Annual Banquet!
Registration is NOW OPEN for the annual IFI Banquet featuring nationally renowned pro-life speaker Seth Gruber! Join conservatives from across Illinois for an inspiring evening focused on faith, family, freedom, and defending preborn life. Seating is limited, so reserve your spot today.
By David E. Smith   |   05.07.26
“Highest Property Taxes in the Country”: Illinois Lawmakers Push for Relief
Illinois families are drowning in rising costs—gasoline, food, insurance, utilities. And now Springfield risks driving property taxes even higher? Enough is enough. Stop squeezing families to feed wasteful and unaccountable government.
By David E. Smith   |   05.06.26
The State Is Not a Parent
For the past half century, I have watched the federal government, state governments, and local governments throughout this country - including here in Illinois - systematically squeeze parents out of their children's care and replace them with agents of the state.
By Thomas Hampson   |   05.06.26
Guardrails, Schmardrails.
Illinois Democrats are bent on removing every possible barrier to the life-altering procedures of abortion and gender reassignment, and last week, they took another step in that direction.
By Bethany Bachman   |   05.05.26
A Wrinkle in Time
May is Older Americans Month—a time to honor the generations who understood that marriage isn’t disposable. It takes faithfulness, sacrifice, and commitment rooted in truth. When culture redefines it, families suffer. It’s time to restore God’s design.
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