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The Housing Authority of McDonough County (HAMC) rents a total of 303 apartment units across our 4 communities in Macomb and Bushnell, Illinois. We also support residents through our Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) rental assistance program.
About Us
OUR HISTORY
OUR MISSION
OUR MISSION
Congress enacted the U.S. Housing Act of 1937 which established the Public Housing program.
The goal of this program has always been to provide decent, safe, and sanitary housing for low-income families.
As a result, Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) were established to develop, own and manage low-income housing.
The Housing Authority of McDonough County (HAMC) was established in 1941.
OUR MISSION
OUR MISSION
OUR MISSION
Provide affordable, decent, safe and sanitary housing opportunities in an environment free from discrimination for persons with limited income in McDonough County.
WE VALUE
OUR MISSION
WE VALUE
Improving the quality of life through access to education, employment, health, and recreational activities.
Promoting good citizenship through participation in community life.
Striving for excellence in our relationships, partnerships, and business practices.
Encouraging an environment of dignity comfort and a place to call "Home."
We Are Resident-Centered
The Housing Authority of McDonough County seeks to put residents first!
We want to create a great atmosphere for our residents, which means staff and residents working together to create a sense of community.
In a survey conducted in the Fall of 2016, residents were asked what they liked best about living at the Housing Authority of McDonough County.
One resident said, "The people!" Another resident stated that it was the "very understanding management staff". Still another resident commented that it was a "peaceful, safe environment". A fellow resident added, "I love the community."
Perhaps most poignantly, one resident said it all: "It's home".
Apply Today!
Fill out a Public Housing/Fitch Manor application today! Right here on our site.
Upcoming Events
Coming in Fall
Healthy Cents Cooking Class (Prairieview Residents)
4:00 p.m.
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5:00 p.m.
425 N. Prairie Ave - Macomb, IL 61455
Coming in Fall
Healthy Cents Cooking Class (Prairieview Residents)
Come and join the U of I Extension at the Prairieview Community Center for a Health Eating Class. By providing solutions through in-person ...
4:00 p.m.
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5:00 p.m.
425 N. Prairie Ave - Macomb, IL 61455
07/25/2025
Mobile Food Pantry (Public) - Eisenhower Tower
9:30 a.m.
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11:30 a.m.
322 W. Piper St. Macomb, IL 61455
07/25/2025
Mobile Food Pantry (Public) - Eisenhower Tower
Registration is from 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Distribution is from 10: a.m. - 11:30 a.m. PLEASE DO NOT ARRIVE MORE THATN 30 MINUTES BEFORE TH...
9:30 a.m.
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11:30 a.m.
322 W. Piper St. Macomb, IL 61455
08/22/2025
Mobile Food Pantry (Public) - Fitch Manor Apartments
9:30 a.m.
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11:30 a.m.
1500 W. Main St. Bushnell, IL 61422
08/22/2025
Mobile Food Pantry (Public) - Fitch Manor Apartments
Registration is from 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Distribution is from 10: a.m. - 11:30 a.m. PLEASE DO NOT ARRIVE MORE THATN 30 MINUTES BEFORE TH...
9:30 a.m.
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11:30 a.m.
1500 W. Main St. Bushnell, IL 61422
09/26/2025
Mobile Food Pantry (Public) - Friendway Park
9:30 a.m.
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11:30 a.m.
502 Roberts St. Colchester, IL 62326
09/26/2025
Mobile Food Pantry (Public) - Friendway Park
Registration is from 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Distribution is from 10: a.m. - 11:30 a.m. PLEASE DO NOT ARRIVE MORE THATN 30 MINUTES BEFORE TH...
9:30 a.m.
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11:30 a.m.
502 Roberts St. Colchester, IL 62326
11/07/2025
Mobile Food Pantry (Public) -WIU - Western Hall
9:30 a.m.
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11:30 a.m.
1501 W. University Dr. Macomb, IL 61455
11/07/2025
Mobile Food Pantry (Public) -WIU - Western Hall
Registration is from 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Distribution is from 10: a.m. - 11:30 a.m. PLEASE DO NOT ARRIVE MORE THATN 30 MINUTES BEFORE TH...
9:30 a.m.
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11:30 a.m.
1501 W. University Dr. Macomb, IL 61455
Looking for a space to hold an event or party?
Our Community Rooms make great options for all of your parties, meetings, and events. Each of our locations has their own Community Room with optimal space and includes tables and chairs. Rent a room for your event today by filling our the Community Facilities Rental Application