Making Communities Stronger: One Life, One Home, One Project at a Time

Economic Growth Corporation (GROWTH) is a national 501(c)3 community-based development organization dedicated to enhancing the overall image and economic vitality of underserved communities. 

GROWTH is regarded as a national leader in developing innovative housing opportunities and commercial developments by facilitating community partnerships. Our community-driven efforts consistently provide housing that is affordable, create and retain jobs through our various business initiatives, support and revitalize neighborhoods, and strengthen the community fabric in ways that sustains and promotes long-term viable economic success. 

Since its inception in 1982, GROWTH has evolved over its 40 year lifespan into a complex non-profit with a national footprint. GROWTH operates in and through various subsidiaries identified below.

 IL Emergency Home Owner Assistance Fund

Through the Illinois Homeowner Assistance Fund (ILHAF) program, we serve people who are behind on their mortgage or at risk of foreclosure. 

ILHAF provides up to $60,000 in mortgage assistance to eligible homeowners — paid directly to the servicer, taxing body or other approved entity.

If you need immediate assistance with housing expenses due to a pending foreclosure, or assistance completing an application, please contact Economic Growth Corporation and schedule an appointment with one of our HUD-certified housing counselors by calling (309) 788-6311.

Central States is a national, for-profit wholly owned subsidiary of GROWTH, and serves as a Community Development Entity to access and deploy New Market Tax Credits.

Home Base is a national, wholly owned subsidiary of GROWTH, and serves as the property management company for all residential and commercial properties owned by GROWTH.

GROWTH General Contracting is a national, wholly owned subsidiary of GROWTH, and serves as the general contracting company for smaller construction projects developed by the company.

            Central States Development Partners                            Home Base Property Management LLC                                  GROWTH General Contracting LLC