Grow Nauvoo

04/16/2026

Don't forget our double-feature of events this weekend! Mulholland Clean-up at 9:00 am and the Community Picnic at 12:00 pm on Saturday. The weather is looking cool, but dry. We hope to see you at one or both!

04/07/2026

Please share! You never know who might be waiting for the perfect opportunity to invest in Nauvoo!

04/01/2026

Thank you everyone who helped assemble the disc golf baskets on Saturday. They will be installed in the Nauvoo State Park soon!

03/28/2026

Business or other Nauvoo area group leaders: we are in need letters of support for Nauvoo to be selected by the IRS as an Opportunity Zones 2.0 community. If you represent a business or group, please consider taking a few minutes to submit a letter of support. Here is a template of what we are looking for: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WKaO_WCDl-8H-7PoLxnc4TSZ8LIh5xXXxAZRY_KSSlg/edit?usp=sharing

Letters can be sent to Grow Nauvoo through Facebook or [email protected]. The deadline is Sat, April 18th.

Here's a brief summary of opportunity zones. Opportunity Zones 2.0 offers significant tax incentives by allowing investors to defer and reduce taxes on capital gains reinvested into designated, economically distressed communities. For those who hold these investments for at least five years, the program permanently forgives up to 30% of the original tax bill, with the highest benefits reserved for rural areas. Most importantly, any appreciation on the new investment becomes entirely tax-free if held for a decade, making it a powerful tool for long-term wealth building while supporting local revitalization. This development can support residential, commercial, or industrial projects.

03/25/2026

Join your Nauvoo neighbors for a community picnic on Sat, Apr 18th at 12:00 pm at the Nauvoo Park District. Hot dogs will be provided; please bring a side or dessert to share. We hope you will join us!

03/25/2026

Join us in cleaning up Mulholland St in Nauvoo! We will be picking up trash, clearing weeds, and other tasks. Bring gloves and any tools you may need. Saturday, Apr 18th at 9:00 am in front of the Nauvoo Community Center.

03/20/2026

03/18/2026

Celebrating local entrepreneurs in Nauvoo 👏

The Nauvoo Business Development Group recently wrapped up their Business Plan Competition—and this year ended in a tie!

✨ Congratulations to:
McKenzie Bryant of Bryant Homestead
Lyuba Hall of Bake Royale LLC

Both were recognized for their creativity, hard work, and vision for growing their businesses right here in Nauvoo.

From allergen-friendly baked goods and farmers market favorites to European-style pastries and custom orders… these women are helping shape the future of Nauvoo’s small business community.

We love seeing local dreams turn into something real ❤️

12/08/2025

Old Nauvoo Root Beer makes a great gift while supporting a good cause! Available at participating Nauvoo retailers including: eBorn Books, Fudge Factory, Nauvoo Emporium, and The Red Front.

11/25/2025

Want to start or grow your business? Come to our Business Development Classes to:

- Learn how to create a business plan.
- Learn from area experts
- Create a plan that you can use to grow your business
- Use the business plan to apply for a commercial loan from your bank.

Classes will start January 8th at 6:30 pm. You can attend in person at the City Center building or through zoom.

$50 per person for Nauvoo residents

$100 for Hancock County residents

If you attend two classes and submit a finished business plan you could win a $300 cash prize and three months of office space at the Old Nauvoo School building. (Office space will be chosen by the winner and deposit will be required.)

For more information or to sign up email [email protected]

11/18/2025

Help Nauvoo get the housing resources we need! It only takes about 10 minutes to take the survey and is open to anyone in the Nauvoo area (not just city limits). Scan the QR code or click this link: https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/5a9d0d38d94f469c90edf43f3636b787