South Side Mission

09/03/2026

This past spring our youth ministry planted corn and this last week they were able to harvest it. The youth will be turning this corn into popcorn when our Greater Academic Progress Program starts next week!

We can't wait for them to be back and to try their popcorn!

09/02/2026

Congratulations to the first, second, third, and fourth place teams that won in our annual DVI Pickleball Corporate Challenge! We are so thankful for your partnership and for DVI's lasting partnership!

We are already getting excited for next year's annual corporate challenge!

Winners:
1st: Pekin Insurance
2nd:
3rd:
4th:

08/29/2026

Are you needing a new pair of heels? Come look at these new and never been worn Gucci heels at our Garden St. Thrift Store!

We are open Monday-Saturday from 9am-5pm.

08/28/2026

Check out this 45in flat screen TV at our Garden St. location. You can get this TV for just $55!

If you would like to purchase, please go to our Garden St. Thrift Store 2919 W Garden St. in Peoria, IL.

08/27/2026

We are only 1 day away from our Pickleball Corporate Challenge Fundraiser with DVI!
We are appreciative of their partnership and can't wait for all of the great pickleball to be played tomorrow night.

08/25/2026

South Side Mission's Executive Director Rev. Craig D. Williams took the youth ministry staff out to lunch this afternoon to celebrate all of their hard work this summer during our Summer Day Camp.

Thank you to our Youth Ministry Staff!

08/24/2026

We are still hiring for a part time retail associate! If you would like to apply, please go to www.southsidemission.org/employment

South Side Mission is hiring for a part-time retail associate/cashier for our War Memorial Dr. Thrift Store

If you are interested in this position, please apply at https://southsidemission.org/employment/ or come to 1127 S. Laramie St. in Peoria, IL to fill out an application in person.

08/20/2026

Needing new school sneakers? Check out these new shoes at or Garden St. Thrift Store. These range from $15-$25 and can be purchased at 2919 W Garden St. in Peoria, IL!

Store hours are Monday-Saturday 9AM-5PM.

08/19/2026

An episode of Loving Living Local features local businesses in Bloomington, Illinois, collaborating to support the Southside Mission.

08/19/2026

Are you needing a new wheel chair? Our Garden St. Thrift Store has this motorized wheel chair for $400. It is in great condition, stays charged, and comes with the charger.

If you would like to purchase this wheel chair go visit 2919 W Garden St. in Peoria, IL.