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The Illinois Pawnbrokers Association
Get to know the pawnbrokers who serve the people of Illinois.
Who We Serve
Our Customers
Every day, thousands of hard-working Illinoisians trust their local pawn shop to help them through short-term financial challenges…with dignity.
Hear some of their stories in this video.
What We Do
What is a pawn?
Most consumers have never done business in a pawnshop, so pawnbroking is frequently misunderstood.
This video explains what a pawn is and how it works.
ATTENTION STUDENTS: Do you have a story of community service and big career goals?
The Illinois Pawnbrokers Association is looking to award scholarships to local students through the Frank Ingram Memorial Scholarship program!
This isn’t just about grades—it’s about your heart for your neighborhood and your plans for the future.
The Details:
- $1,000 and $500 awards available.
- Open to students in communities served by IPA Member pawnshops.
- Applications are open from April 1st to April 30th.
What you’ll need to share:
Your career aspirations.
A personal achievement you’re proud of.
How your community has shaped who you are today.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to fuel your education!
Serving Illinois Consumers
Just Say Pawn.
A pawnshop offers a transaction that is entirely unique from anything else.
For that reason, we must work to educate legislators, consumers, and others about our industry.
For that reason, we must work to educate legislators, consumers, and others about our industry.
