Economic Development

If you are a current business owner, an entrepreneur, or a developer located in, or considering, Fulton County, Illinois for your business, the Spoon River Partnership for Economic Development is here to help.  

The Spoon River Partnership for Economic Development (SRPED) is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt non-profit organization dedicated to serving as a catalyst for economic and community development throughout Fulton County, Illinois. Our mission is to create community partnerships, business opportunities, and implement programs and projects that foster growth and development. SRPED is also focused on Marketing & Tourism in Fulton County, and is a partnering organization on several of the events throughout the year in Canton, IL and Fulton County.  We offer a variety of resources here at the Spoon River Partnership for Economic Development, and encourage you to reach out today!

New Canton Business Development District (BDD) Program

SRPED Annual Report