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GREDF exists to maintain and improve the economic vitality of Quincy and Adams County, Illinois through the retention and expansion of existing businesses and the attraction of new businesses to our communities.
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Great River Economic Development Foundation has been a driving force in Quincy, and Adams County, Illinois since 1978. Our number one priority is to retain existing businesses and help them grow. We assist prospective businesses, site consultants and entrepreneurs. We also take the lead in a variety of initiatives that contribute to the outstanding quality of life we enjoy here. And as our name “Great River” implies, we collaborate regionally with our neighbors along the Mississippi River in Western Illinois, Northeast Missouri and Southeast Iowa.

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Career Spark 2026 – “It opens our eyes to more career opportunities”

Jacob Reeder already thinks about programming videogames or social work as potential careers. Now he’s added being a state trooper to the… More

The 501 Partnership To Host New Business-Focused Event

Entrepreneurs, small business owners, and aspiring professionals from the tri-state area are invited to mark their calendars and save-the-date for The Briefcase,… More

Firms invited to bid on management, operations for Quincy Regional Sports Complex

Published: Mar. 16, 2026  QUINCY (WGEM) – The Great River Economic Development Foundation is seeking qualified firms to submit a Request for… More