The HOPE Chest offers household goods for sale and can sometimes donate them, based on the need.

The City of Peoria offers furnace replacement for eligible homeowners.

The HOPE Chest sometimes has appliances in stock for sale, and depending on the situation, for donations.

Dream Center Peoria offers free household goods for those in need through its HOPE Store.

In addition to the listed services, the Women's Care Center also provides the following program: Crib Club/BABE The Crib Club/BABE program provides cribs, diapers, clothing and other baby items under an incentive system that rewards participation in parenting classes, prenatal care and other valuable programs. Coupons are provided which can be redeemed at the Crib Club stores. Women's Care Center provides free, confidential counseling, support and education to women facing unplanned pregnancies. We provide confirmation of pregnancy and ultrasounds, but do not offer ongoing prenatal care or abortions. We serve 23,000 women annually from 24 centers in 8 states, including Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio & Wisconsin.

TASC- Smart Start offers baby furniture for their clients.

The City of Peoria offers water heater replacement for eligible homeowners.

The Share Closet is a community resale store carrying a variety of clothing, household goods, and other items.

The City of Peoria offers numerous services for residents.

The Weatherization Program is provided by the State of Illinois. The Weatherization Program helps low-income individuals and families save fuel and money, while increasing the comfort of their homes. The following services may be available to eligible households that qualify: Sealing cracks with weather-stripping and caulk Provide insulation for attics and walls Repair windows and doors Check furnace to determine if it needs to be cleaned or serviced Provide furnace repair or retrofit to update current system Can provide furnace replacement Water heater This program is open to both the City of Peoria and larger Peoria County. Please note that this program cannot assist with central air conditioning.

The LIHEAP Emergency Furnace Program is distinct from the Weatherization program and if the applicant is eligible, moves much faster. Applicants must fall within LIHEAP income guidelines, among other requirements (please see below).

Weatherization services include having an experienced heating contractor examine the heating system. The contractor will make sure the heating system is safe and in working order. Work on the furnace may include-
*Clean and tune
*Repair
*Retrofit
*In some cases, Replacement of the unit

The HOPE Chest occasionally sells and based on the need, donates beds.

The Fulton County Health Department administers the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for the county. LIHEAP provides energy assistance for eligible low income families in which a benefit is paid directly to the utility companies on behalf of eligible households, or directly to renters if the utility costs are included in their rent. The benefit amount will be credited to the households primary winter heating source (gas vs. electric). The program can also occasionally assist with furnaces. ======================== 2024-25 Info All income-eligible households can start applying November 1, 2024.

The HOPE Chest occasionally offers baby furniture for sale and based on the situation, for donation.

The HOPE Chest offers furniture for sale and depending on the situation, can donate items.

The Share Closet is a community resale store carrying a variety of clothing, household goods, and other items.

Spoon River Pregnancy Center is a pregnancy resource center, offering various forms of assistance. Please note that Spoon River Pregnancy Center does not provide or refer for abortion services.

A thrift shop and community space in East Peoria that takes donated items and gives them away for free. In addition to calling, questions can be asked by-- E-mail: [email protected] or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Enough-Stuff-Thrift-Shop-Community-Space/100039301797247

The Weatherization Program is provided by the State of Illinois. The Weatherization Program helps low-income individuals and families save fuel and money, while increasing the comfort of their homes. The following services may be available to eligible households that qualify: Sealing cracks with weather-stripping and caulk Provide insulation for attics and walls Repair windows and doors Check furnace to determine if it needs to be cleaned or serviced Provide furnace repair or retrofit to update current system Can provide furnace replacement Water heater This program is open to both the City of Peoria and larger Peoria County. Please note that this program cannot assist with central air conditioning.