Baitul Ilm Academy is a mosque located in Streamwood, Illinois. It is a not-for-profit organization that serves the Islamic community in the area. The mosque was established in 2003 and is known for its diverse congregation, made up of over 200 Shia Muslim families. These families originally migrated to the US from South East Asia, East Africa, the Middle East, and there are also local Americans who have embraced Islam.

Baitul Ilm Academy offers a range of services and activities for the community. They provide prayer facilities for both men and women, with separate spaces available for women. The mosque has wheelchair amenities, including accessible prayer spaces, odhu facilities, parking, and toilets. This makes the mosque accessible and welcoming to individuals with disabilities.

The mosque offers daily prayers, including the five daily prayers and Jumu'ah prayers. They also have a weekend school for kids, providing Islamic education and guidance. In addition, Baitul Ilm Academy organizes special events during Ramadan, such as Iftar meals for breaking the fast, and they also hold Eid prayers to celebrate the end of Ramadan. The mosque also offers personal counseling services and conducts nikah (marriage) ceremonies. They also have Ṣalāt al-Janāzah (funeral prayer) services to support the community during times of loss.

Baitul Ilm Academy is a welcoming and inclusive mosque, providing a range of services to meet the needs of the Shia Muslim community in Streamwood, Illinois. With its diverse congregation and accessible facilities, it strives to create an inclusive and supportive environment for worship, learning, and community engagement.

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