Valor Advisers

Chicago's pension funds continue to face significant financial challenges, creating ongoing uncertainty about the long-term retirement security of public servants, first responders, and the families who depend on them. Addressing these challenges is essential to protecting the people who serve our communities.

Chicago’s Pension Debt Increased in 2025 to $36.4B: City Analysis Chicago’s pension debt has grown by nearly 11% since 2020, adding approximately $3.5 billion to the city’s debt, records show.

Thank you to WGN TV and Patrick T. Elwood for supporting the First Responder Mental Wellness Fishing Initiative sponsored by the Chicago Police Foundation and hosted by Thin Blue Line Fishing LLC. Providing the brave men and women protecting our communities with the support they need is as important as ever.

First Responder Mental Wellness Fishing Event Michael Distasio – Treasurer, Chicago Police Foundation. Founder of Valor Advisers  Ernesto Amparan – CPD Officer/Owner of Thin Blue Line Fishing   The First Responder Me…

Tune in to WGN TV on May 5th at 11:10 am and listen to Valor Advisers CEO Michael Distasio as he speaks about an upcoming mental wellness event to support Chicago Police Department officers injured in the line of duty. The event is sponsored by the Chicago Police Foundation and co-hosted with Thin Blue Line Fishing LLC

If you missed Valor Advisers Founder Michael Distasio’s live segment on the AM 560 Shaun Thompson Show, you can now listen to the recording.

During the interview, Michael discussed his role as Treasurer of the Chicago Police Foundation and the important work being done to support the Chicago Police Department. Please listen to the recording to learn more about these efforts and how you can help support safety in your community.

Michael Distasio - The Shaun Thompson Show Michael Distasio, Treasurer of the Chicago Police Foundation, tells Shaun about the Chicago Police Foundation, which is made up of local business and community leaders, and their mission of strengthening the bond between Chicago Police officers and their communities by investing in the officers and....