The Independent Association of Ministers

A practical guide to Jesus Christ for troubled inmates

We are a non-profit organization providing Comforting Scripture and Practical Guide to Prayer to Anyone Searching for a Closer Relationship and Understanding with God.

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2021 Fundraising campaign initiative

300 copies of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, in the hands of those who need it most

Will you help with a donation to get your free copy and your IAM CHRISTIAN decals to show others you are Christian? We need help to distribute 300 books in the Virginia, Maryland and District of Columbia county jails and prisons in 2020-2021.

$5 of $10,000 raised
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Donation Total: $25.00

Our Books

More relevant today than ever before, written by an inmate for inmates. Comforting Scripture and Practical Guide to Prayer to Anyone Searching for a Closer Relationship and Understanding with God. Our books are fully funded through your generous donations and 100% free to inmates.

How to Pray Booklet I.A.M

Prison Prayer Resource Handbook
A practical prayer resource handbook for inmates searching for Jesus Christ. 

How to Find and Hire Your Best Attorney

How to Find and Hire Your Best Attorney
Unbiased help and practical advice for those caught in the judicial system. 

Frequently Asked Questions!

Who or What is I.A.M.?
The Independent Associations of Ministers (I.A.M.) is a nationwide Christian Non-Profit Corporation listed with the District of Columbia and the Internal Revenue Service under 501 C. The I.A.M. is made up of individuals, churches and pastors, who are concerned about answering the Call of God and distributing the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Where does the money go?
Funds raised with this IAM Jail Ministry Fund Drive will support: A Bible Correspondence Course for men and women in trouble in our community, temporarily in county jails before prison, release, or trial.
How much does the organization receive from donations?
I.A.M. receives 90 percent of gross collections. Ten percent is allocated for fundraising, publishing and distributing costs. All fundraising is done in-house. There are no outside contractors.
Are contributions tax deductible?
Yes. Under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, IAM is a church ministry. Your generous contributions to such a recognized organization is assumed to be tax deductible. However any tax questions should be addressed to your accountant or whoever prepares your annual taxes. You will receive an IAM Official Receipt and Certificate of Appreciate for tax purposes either email or postal.
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Testimonials

“The way to teach prisoners the message of Jesus Christ is with other inmates.The Prisoner Prayer Resource Handbook was written by and edited by inmates. It’s the most effective textbook manual around.”
`Joe Balina, Faith Fellowship prison minister.

“I respect the effort put into The Prisoner Prayer Resource Handbook. I can see how it will be a useful document for the inmates and their families.”
`Executive Director & Secretary, New Jersey Parole Board, Trenton

“The idea is fantastic. A handbook where information is there for those looking for rehabilitation and the Word of God. Both together are unstoppable in helping those who wish to turn their lives around“
`Former First Presbyterian Church Elder, Mary Zaveta

“The whole concept is good. I like it because it had a lot of Scripture to help someone in jail,“
`County Jail Inmate, Kerry Kwasniak

Thank you for your generous contributions. We could not do this without you!

Byron White

President, The Independent Association of Ministers

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Matthew Reed

Thank you for putting together such a fantastic organization. Happy to lend my support. All the best, Matt.

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Michael Duponte

The idea is fantastic. A handbook where information is there for those looking for rehabilitation and the Word of God. Both together … Read more

The idea is fantastic. A handbook where information is there for those looking for rehabilitation and the Word of God. Both together are unstoppable in helping those who wish to turn their lives around.

Amount Donated
$25.00
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James Polluck

I respect the effort put into The Prisoner Prayer Resource Handbook. I can see how it will be a useful document for the … Read more

I respect the effort put into The Prisoner Prayer Resource Handbook. I can see how it will be a useful document for the inmates and their families.

Amount Donated
$35.00

300 copies of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, in the hands of those who need it most

$5 of $10,000 raised
$
Personal Info

Donation Total: $25.00