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The Partnership serves in the capacity of economic development, business service and tourism for Freeport and Stephenson County. Our role, simply, is to bring partners and individuals together to promote and grow our region.

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Bike the trails, take a few swings at Little Cubs Field, sip our favorite local brews and stay the weekend for a leisurely trip or your next family gathering.

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Holiday shopping season is upon us and there are so many wonderful and unique gifts available in Freeport and Stephenson County your loved ones will cherish.

Supporting Business

Whether you have entrepreneurial ambitions, or want to take your existing business to the next level, we offer services to assist in every business aspect and size.

Locate Your Business

Looking to relocate or expand your business? Contact us for the perfect building or site to meet your needs.

COME HOME

Josh Elliott describes his passion for giving back to the community that helped to create great memories in his childhood and now for his own family. An entrepreneur and artist, he encourages others to invest in their home.

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November commemorates Native American Heritage Month and the impact of Native culture in our communities. November 8, 2024 The Greater Freeport Partnership is committed to promoting, equity, celebrating diversity, and creating a culture of belonging in Freeport and Stephenson County. November commemorates Native American Heritage Month and the impact of Native culture in our communities. Kim Sigafus McIver is an award-winning author, speaker and Illinois Road Scholar on Native culture and history. She is a member of the […]
Networking is Storytelling October 29, 2024 As I have been talking with companies to schedule Business After Hours or Rise n’ Shine networking sessions in 2025, it is gratifying to hear how many businesses are interested in sharing their stories at these events. Telling your story is an important element of success for a business. Granted, for most businesses, the people who show up at a […]
When we say Partner, that means You October 24, 2024 In an organization that has “partnership” in its name, it is no wonder we like making friends. But when using the word “partner,” we aren’t just talking about the noun meaning the people and organizations we are thrilled to work with, we are also talking about the verb – the action of coming together toward a common goal for the […]
An Encouraging Voyage October 17, 2024 As the economic development organization for our region, the Greater Freeport Partnership continues to adjust its sails, through continuous research, development of varied business initiatives and effective collaboration with its stakeholders to ensure that the economic development voyage of our region stays on course amidst the changing economic climate.    Setting Sail: Workforce Development Efforts  At the heart of this voyage […]