About AMCO

The American Muslim Community Organization (AMCO) is a not for profit organization which aims to enable the religious, educational, social, and cultural aspirations of the Muslims in McHenry County and its surrounding areas with excellence and professionalism. AMCO was born out of a need for a strong Muslim presence and support of Muslims in the area. While efforts were already underway to establish a vibrant Muslim community in the area, AMCO was formed to unify these efforts into one common and more productive effort. The result of working together has been profound.

The community AMCO serves today is upwards of 800 households. Its has been organizing Juma prayers, daily prayers, Sunday School for children, Taraweeh and Eid prayers, Tafseer classes and other community programs.

Our Vision

The vision of the American Muslim Community Organization (AMCO) is to create a vibrant, productive, and prosperous community and to encourage the formation of an American Muslim identity while building bridges to foster interfaith understanding with its neighbors.

Our Mission

The American Muslim Community Organization (AMCO) is an independent organization. Its purpose is to establish and share the values and practices of Islam in the United States of America by providing religious, educational and social facilities for members of the community.

Current Programs / Activities

Planned New Programs