HOPE CHEST INC
AI Summary
HOPE CHEST INC is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, extending grants by invitation only. In 2025, the organization paid out a total of $200K across one grantee and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with HOPE CHEST INC can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THROUGH THE OPERATION OF A UP SCALE THRIFT SHOP, THE HOPE CHEST PROVIDES FUNDING TO THE CONSTANCE MORRIS HOUSE (CMH), A DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SHELTER AND BRANCH OF PILLARS COMMUNITY HEALTH. THE THRIFT SHOP ALSO USES ITS PROFITS TO PURCHASE CLOTHING AND HOUSEHOLD ITEMS FOR CMH AS NEEDED AND PAYS CERTAIN UTILITY BILLS FOR CMH. CMH IS AN EMERGENCY RESIDENTIAL SHELTER FOR WOMEN AND CHILDREN FLEEING FROM FAMILY VIOLENCE. THE SHELTER CAN ACCOMMODATE 25 WOMEN AND CHILDREN AT ANY GIVEN TIME.
Cause Areas
1
Thrift shops
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
PILLARS COMMUNITY SERVICES
LAGRANGE PARK, IL
$1.3M
100%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to HOPE CHEST INC?
No. HOPE CHEST INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does HOPE CHEST INC give?
HOPE CHEST INC primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are HOPE CHEST INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from HOPE CHEST INC fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $76 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does HOPE CHEST INC make each year?
In 2025, HOPE CHEST INC awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $200 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did HOPE CHEST INC fund recently?
In 2025, HOPE CHEST INC awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include PILLARS COMMUNITY SERVICES. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to HOPE CHEST INC?
HOPE CHEST INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.