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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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Adams County Sees Surge in Economic Growth with 47 New Business Openings

Quincy, IL — [January 8, 2026] Adams County is experiencing a significant wave of economic growth as 47 new businesses have opened… More

GREDF rings out the old and rings in the new at annual meeting

GREDF Highlights Growth, Workforce Initiatives and Major Economic Wins at Annual Meeting QUINCY — The Great River Economic Development Foundation (GREDF) marked… More

‘Jobs in the Gym’ gives Adams, Pike County students a glimpse into the future

By Robby Tucker Published: Nov. 19, 2025 at 6:30 PM CST|Updated: 15 hours ago QUINCY (WGEM) – Despite his name, Caleb Williams is not… More