The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) and Economic Growth Corporation (GROWTH) today celebrated the grand opening of Shimer Square, marking a major milestone in the multi-phase redevelopment of the historic Shimer College campus. The project preserves the campus’ architectural legacy while reimagining the 14-acre site as a dynamic mixed-use community that delivers new housing, job […]

Aledo, IL – Economic Growth Corporation (GROWTH) invites members of the community to learn about updates on the Northside Lofts by attending a free community meeting on Thursday, February 13, 2025, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the VFW at 106 SW 3rd Ave, Aledo, IL 61231. GROWTH is the non-profit developer seeking to redevelop the former […]

Amy Clark, CEO of Rock Island Housing Finance Corporation (RICHFC), a non-profit affiliate of the Greater Metropolitan Area Housing Authority of R.I. County (GMAHA) is excited to announce the recent funding awards for a new multifamily housing development and a pilot homeownership program to serve residents of Rock Island County. The announcement comes after the […]