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The Hope Chest
1106 Derby St, Pekin, IL 61555, United States
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Ke
Review №1

Great place to find stuff for the right price. They deliver too. Never had a problem with any staff, theyre pretty friendly.

Ra
Review №2

Tonight we went in 30 minutes till close. The staff was very rude and pushy. 15 minutes till close you have 10 minutes to get the registers others wise we wont serve you. If you close 6pm you take till 6pm. Mind you this was the boss she corrected the team saying this. We will never be back. I never buy from a place thats rude to customers. We drive 40 minutes to come here and get yelled at for being there close to closing time

Zo
Review №3

Its not the fanciest or tidiest thrift store. But, prices are great, the selection changes frequently, and they have some really helpful staff.

A
Review №4

Awesome deals, amazing people. Thanks Angela and Allie for taking it off my hands!! I truly hope the girl who gets is has a blessed marriage with lots of love and happiness!!

Jo
Review №5

I bought a couch and had it delivered. Jamie coordinated everything efficiently and was very friendly. Jeff and Danny delivered the couch, and maneuvered it up stairs and a very tight turn. They were so awesome, professional and pleasant. Will definitely return to the store. Great experience.

An
Review №6

The Hope Chest is a wonderful place to pick up some slightly used items for cheap. My experience with The Hope Chest is only positive, and my experience with it is fantastic. I would highly recommend taking a stop by, as you never know what you are going to find.

Ke
Review №7

My wife bought a kids toy a marble track.. Was zip ties closed couldnt check it to see if all the pieces where in it. She got home ready to pit it together with our 2 year old I came in to help and right away I found it impossible to do couldnt even make it past step 1 because a bass plate was missing. Needless to say I am a little upset about it. To make my first review ever.

#f
Review №8

You get grate deals here if you.use a.can or walker they have wheel chairs you.can barrow if you get tierd the.staff are.excalent

Je
Review №9

Great prices!!

Ho
Review №10

Great prices and willing to work with you on most items.

Su
Review №11

They did not have what I was looking for this time but I will try again soon.

Li
Review №12

This is the best thrift store EVER. you can always find a treasure or something youve been needing. from a tea bag squisher to tee shirt, magazine rack to umbrella stand. they have it all if you spend time looking. and your business is appreciated because it helps the community. SHOP USED! others discards can be your treasure.

Ma
Review №13

The Hope chest is such a great store! Everyone is always smiling and helpful! Their ability to help those in need and their recent adaptations to the services they have are unlike most of the places in this area! So many programs for those who are homeless, recently relocated, those below the poverty line, help for parents during the school year and Christmas as well! You can’t beat the prices either!

Jo
Review №14

The hope chest is amazing. You can always find great clothes for very low prices. They provide a lot of great services for the community. Everyone there is so nice. Even with Furniture as inexpensive as it is they still provide delivery of that furniture for a nominal price. I love the hope chest Im sure you will too!

Li
Review №15

I dont know why but I love this place, I always buy at least one bag full of stuff.I like digging through all the stuff that they have, sometimes I unearth treasures. The clothes are really affordable and everything go to the church or is donated to people in need. So much better than supporting Goodwill industries and their CEO that is paid millions every year.

Vi
Review №16

Very big thrift store with great prices and a very nice staff. You can bring your donations, they have staff to receive it and help you if needed. You can visit the floor with different sections and might find a thing or two. They accept boxes as well as they are needed we were told.

Cr
Review №17

Really cheap stuff, and they have all kinds of things to check out. Gotten 2 recliners for a good price too! A pretty polite guy will help load them in to your truck too

LE
Review №18

I absolutely love going into this store. Everything is affordable you can find just about anything you need to furnish a home or find just about anything!!!

Je
Review №19

The Hope Chest in Pekin is an amazing group of folks working hard to bring awesome deals and thrift store finds to the community at extremely reasonable prices.1. If you are in need of furniture and you are working with a budget, I would highly recommend that you check out the store! They have a large and constantly rotating selection of sofas, love seats, chairs, recliners, beds, tables, chests, dressers and more... Whats better is you can buy what you need for what you would typically pay one of the furniture stores in town for just one month of financing something new.2. Clothes are typically $1 - $2 per piece, so you can get an entire outfit for the price of a T-Shirt at Walmart. I can personally attest to purchasing an entire 3 piece suit with shoes, belt, and tie for under $12.00. If I would have gone to a store like Mens Warehouse, that would cost upwards of $700!!3. They have tons of opportunities to volunteer and if you are looking for work that is a GREAT way to get hands-on experience while working hard and getting a positive reference for future employment opportunities!4. They care. I have been at rock bottom, gone in, and the staff here has gone out of their way to help me get out of the rut. They are truly living His word and His works here.So, what are you waiting for, make like Macklemore and go thrift shopping!!

Ma
Review №20

Very fair prices with daily deals. They occasionally have food and produce available. Recently reorganized and its much less cluttered. Staff is always friendly and they often help those in need. If youre ever needing to get rid of clothes, trinkets, furniture, etc I would suggest dropping them off here.

An
Review №21

Has all kinds of items at great prices if you are willing to dig! Building not the best. Parking is limited. Grocery store across the street now has signs up that they will tow your car if you use their parking lot

Ch
Review №22

This company has changed my life for the better !

Ke
Review №23

I liked it. They didnt have a coat but they had lots of ladies coats. Its a nice place... Nicer than most bargain stores.

Ka
Review №24

Loved the great Birthday sale prices was great got a ton of things lots of pants since Im loosing weight and can be buying brand new each time I go down a size. What would have cost me over $43.00 cost me less than $20.00 had I bought all new would have been over $300.00. They all looked almost new and one pair still had tags on them where they was new not bad for $.40 cents a pair. Also found a bunch of new and gently used nicknacks. That was included in the cost of $19.62 .and it really was only $9.62 because my husband won a $10.00 gift card. Love the place but they would bring back the punch cards.

Te
Review №25

Absolutely love this place! Crazy cheap clothing, even for a thrift store. Not a huge selection but you definitely can find some good stuff!I enjoy rehabbing older wooden furniture soIm sure stop every week or two to check out the inventory since it changes often.

Re
Review №26

One of my favorite places. Even after moving out of state. Wer still make time for a stop in when we are back. Staff is always friendly and attentive. Always a fabulous sale on the board or check their facebook. Great prices and wonderful community outreach with the food pantry and they also offer a pet pantry for those in need. Can I give 6 stars? Great place! Always 99cent clothes

Tr
Review №27

This place has awesome people that have hearts and love what they do. Helping others. The prices are very very affordable and they will work with familys if needed. Its just a great place all the way around

Jo
Review №28

Great place for deals! Picked up some quality items at good prices. And their proceeds benefit the poor and homeless in the community! God Bless!

De
Review №29

Ive been here several times and they usually have what Im looking for and prices are very reasonable. All of the staff seem eager to help. Great place!

Ti
Review №30

This place gives me so much JOY I THANK all who make it possible for me to have fun shopping on a dime... God Bless You 😃

Li
Review №31

Great service from staff. Love to shop there. Clothing is 99 cents. Carry reasonably priced furniture and numerous other items.

Va
Review №32

Pleasant people. Good prices. Had the furniture delivered...fair price and prompt. And they were nice.

ch
Review №33

Was able to find what I was looking for a queen size bed from for 18.99. Felt it as a good price. Was in good condition. Lots to choose from if you just want to save a few pennies.

Da
Review №34

Food pantry, pet food pantry,different sales every day, the people there are fantastic. Stop in and check it out!! Its a wonderful place.

Ji
Review №35

We always donate our stuff to the hope chest. They have very good prices. They have furniture, clothing, appliances, toys, books, Christmas ornamental items, and they are run by a christian based group.

Ka
Review №36

I love this thrift store. It is true to the name thrift store. They do not remodel it, they use the money to help the community. They do not have a lot of mens clothing ever. But when they have it in and youve hit the jackpot especially if you have a growing boys. Tons of womens clothing and knick-knacks.. A good size toy department. Most stuff is dirt cheep but you have to look for quality items. Donate to these people before any other store. Clothing is 99 cents and money stays in the community rather then CEOs pockets. Parking sucks because its always full and not a lot of it.

Da
Review №37

Lots of stuff always on hand. Tons of clothing and miscellaneous knickknacks. Also includes a food pantry. Reasonable prices. Good location. Horrible parking. Christian owned and operated.

Je
Review №38

Love this place always have something I need or want at cant believe low prices

An
Review №39

Please clean the stuff better. It smells like mildew. Excellent staff. I do love that place.

Ro
Review №40

Great place to donate I think they help are city out alot

Ro
Review №41

Great place for used merchandise. Good prices and staff are always helpful and courteous

Su
Review №42

They are wonderful people and I would ask anybody if you have clothes of donations or kitchen Furnishings or Furniture please consider the Hope Chest

Ka
Review №43

Great place to get new and gently used things store is organized and clean the employees are helful and very polite they even have a food pantry on Tuesdays and Thursdays youll have to check start time but they close it at 4pm. Donations accepted as well

Tr
Review №44

Great store. Bought a beautiful oak headboard and footboard for our guest bed.

Me
Review №45

Wonderful shop. Friendly staff. And amazing prices.

Re
Review №46

Thrift shop and they have super cheap prices but if you want furniture get there early they sell quick!

Le
Review №47

A very well priced second hand store with clothes, shoes, furniture n more!

Co
Review №48

Good bargains at a resonable price. Everyone there is friendly and helpful. Check them out on facebook.

Jo
Review №49

I always find something great here!

jo
Review №50

Very nice staff helped furnish our apartment in one stop . Nothing lasted long but it was nice

Ad
Review №51

Unique items and great deals! Friendly and helpful staff!!

Su
Review №52

Its a wonderful place for people to go and get things they need that really cant afford to buy from the biggest horse thank you hope chest for being there for all of us

Pa
Review №53

Great prices. Never overpriced like Goodwill & Salvation Army.

Je
Review №54

Great deals on used things. We love the books!

Th
Review №55

This place is a Blessing from God I do believe.Its helped me several times in the last ten years.The employees /volunteers are so kind too..The food pantry isnt just for looks either..their very fair and give you enough to help you till you can do it on your own.I appreciate everything theyve done for me.I moved away now and no longer need assistance but wont forget ever the generosity from The Hope Chest in Pekin Illinois Derby Street Across from Save AlotSave and Hope ....with God all things are possible...Janesville Wisconsin Theresa Vancil

Di
Review №56

Found 4 pair of like new jeans for just one dollar. Lots of stuff! You just really have to dig your way through.

J
Review №57

GREAT bargains... Wonderful ministry in whole!!! Very hard-working staff

Pa
Review №58

The thrift store has some of the most amazing ppl working and volunteering their time. Many of the workers have been familiar fixtures their since I become a customer several years ago. They are some of the hardest working ppl youll ever meet. The business gives back to the community 10 fold. My only complaint might be with the furniture (sofas, chairs, bedroom furniture). It seems over priced for what you can purchase new at retail stores in this day and age. Youre often better off buying a cheap $200 fabric sofa from UFS or Walmart thats new, clean and lasts just as long as a $70 used sofa without worrying about whats on, under or IN the used furniture. That being said, I have seen some awesome furniture, even new furniture, at the Hope Chest, at more than generous prices. I love the place!

Ch
Review №59

Good selection just about anything you want could use better parking hard to get in and out of

Wa
Review №60

A fantastic charity! The store helps people on a number of levels. Sells goods at low prices, trains interns, and allows people to donate unneeded items. Pickup service available.

Re
Review №61

Definitely going back - wide variety of items - reasonable prices!

La
Review №62

I love their mission...but honestly needs to be cleaned up!

Ro
Review №63

Charity place similar to a good will or salvation army store

Pe
Review №64

Great people and serviceLil high on some furniture

Sc
Review №65

Great place for DIYers and those in need.

Da
Review №66

Go there with wife, got some good stuff there quite a few times,

Ca
Review №67

Good things many things to choose from at excellent prices

As
Review №68

Love love love donating to the hope chest because I know it will go to people in need for a good price and sometimes free!

Ma
Review №69

Well thought out. Plenty to choose from

Mo
Review №70

Sweet people helping people. You will find some great deals in here, and no one will ever know.

Ja
Review №71

Great place and a great cause. Their prices are fair for a thrift shop, unlike some others, and they really give back to the community.

Sh
Review №72

Great place, you never know what you can find

ka
Review №73

Has to be the. Best second hand store ever.

Wi
Review №74

A real asset to the community.

Da
Review №75

Very good items and people are really helpful

Pa
Review №76

Always able to get a bargain

Cy
Review №77

Great thrift store, down and dirty.

Aa
Review №78

Average thrift shop. Not the cleanest or best lighting. Just average.

Ja
Review №79

Kinda like good will but cheaper

Aa
Review №80

Great prices good people

Am
Review №81

Favorite thrift shop ever!!! This place has allowed me to change my entire wardrobe for a reasonable price. Its the only place I can get like new namebrand clothes for not only myself but my children as well for only a dollar a piece!!! I absolutely love this place, we drive from peoria to pekin solely to go to hopechest. I recommend this place to everyone I know. Just an example of some of the stuff I bought for a buck: like new Calvin Klein sweater dress (which at Bergeners on sale was $89.) Gap Jeans, Element Hoodie (still had a tag on it)... and the list goes on.Yeah its a little messy, but its totally worth it!Also, this place ACTUALLY gives back to the community in many ways and is one of the few local places I will actually donate to.

Am
Review №82

This store is very dirty, houses down the street behind this store are infested with mice since this establishment has been open. It has also been known to have bed bugs in some of their bed and material made items. Please use caution when purchasing anything from this store.

Ma
Review №83

Very good program for people in need at very good prices.

Ho
Review №84

Friendly staff, great prices!

El
Review №85

Omg best place in the world

Jo
Review №86

Prices couldnt be better when you can buy a pair of shoes for 99cents and more for your money on everything

Va
Review №87

Friendly and good deals. Never know what treasures well find.

Ma
Review №88

Good place for books and cheap clothing.

Em
Review №89

Great deals and good people love it

Cr
Review №90

Great deals and excellent staff

zo
Review №91

Wonderful selection and great charity.

Ci
Review №92

Great prices on clothes and food pantry

BI
Review №93

They have good deals..

Ho
Review №94

They have gotten pricey, but clean and friendly staff.

Ph
Review №95

This place is dirty and smells bad. Not good

my
Review №96

If you know anyone who is homeless they will supply a tent heater & MRI food + a bus pass to get back to Peoria !

Sa
Review №97

The people that work here are saints. They are an asset to the community

Sa
Review №98

Best thrift store ever

Ki
Review №99

Always find great bargains

Ro
Review №100

Great deals on books.

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  • Address:1106 Derby St, Pekin, IL 61555, United States
  • Site:https://thehopechestil.com/
  • Phone:+1 309-620-9043
Categories
  • Clothing store
  • Thrift store
  • Furniture store
  • Home goods store
  • Toy store
  • Used book store
  • Used clothing store
  • Used furniture store
  • Used game store
  • Used office furniture store
Working hours
  • Monday:9AM–6PM
  • Tuesday:9AM–6PM
  • Wednesday:9AM–6PM
  • Thursday:9AM–6PM
  • Friday:9AM–6PM
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:9AM–6PM
Service options
  • In-store shopping:Yes
Health & safety
  • Mask required:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • Checks:Yes
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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