Nona Parker

Nona Parker is the Republican candidate for the Illinois House of Representatives, District 98, in the November 3, 2026 general election, where she faces Democratic incumbent Natalie Manley.[1][2] In a Ballotpedia survey, she described herself as the founder and CEO of The Hope Center of Joliet, a nonprofit offering community services and education, and listed tax accountability, parental rights and school choice, and child and family protection among her priorities.[3]

Nona Parker earned a high school diploma from Joliet Township High and additional education from the WWMI Bible Institute and Seminary in 2024, according to Ballotpedia, which lists her career experience as working as a pastor.[2] In a Ballotpedia survey, she said she has more than 26 years of service as a community leader, launched Excel Homeschool Academy, a K-8 homeschool co-op, and worked with foster care providers and other community service agencies.[3] She also said she has 21 years of experience in corporate accounting, is a published author and holds a Doctorate of Divinity.[3]

Parker advanced from the Republican primary on March 17, 2026, running unopposed with 3,279 votes.[2] In the survey, she said her campaign centers on tax relief and budget accountability, parental rights and school choice, reforming the child welfare system, and working with legislators of both parties to lower utility costs.[3] She listed the Will County, Troy Township, Lockport Township and Joliet Township Republican organizations and Mental Health Now as endorsers.[3]

Researched from the cited sources on 2026-10-21. Not yet independently fact-checked.