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Explore 860 grant opportunities available in Illinois

Birth Equity Innovation Seed Grants
$200,000
Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 25, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2026

This funding opportunity provides up to $1 million to organizations focused on improving maternal and infant health equity in communities of color through innovative, community-driven programs.

Health
Nonprofits
Commercial Facade Improvement Program
Contact for amount
City of Mt. Sterling
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2026

This program provides financial incentives and design support to property and business owners in the Mt. Sterling Uptown Business District to improve the appearance and condition of their commercial facades while preserving the area's historic character.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Residential Facade Improvement Program
$15,000
City of Mt. Sterling
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to homeowners in Mt. Sterling, Illinois, for exterior improvements that enhance the curb appeal of their residential properties.

Housing
Individuals
Monticello Building Improvement Grant
$10,000
City of Monticello
Local

Application Deadline

Jun 15, 2026

Date Added

May 20, 2026

This program provides financial support to property owners and business tenants in Monticello's commercial and industrial areas for improving building quality and aesthetics, fostering economic growth and public safety.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Neighborhood Festival Funding Program
$1,000
City of Aurora Community Services Department (CSD)
Local

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

May 19, 2026

This funding program provides financial support to community organizations and neighborhood groups in Aurora for hosting public events and festivals that promote civic engagement and community connection.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Truants' Alternative/Optional Ed
$11,500,000
Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 29, 2026

Date Added

May 16, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to educational institutions and organizations that create alternative educational programs for students at risk of truancy in Illinois.

Education
Independent school districts
Marketing Partnership Program - Cook County
$100,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State

Application Deadline

Jun 17, 2026

Date Added

May 15, 2026

This program provides funding to municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and local promotion groups in Cook County to boost tourism through marketing initiatives that attract visitors from outside the area.

Business and Commerce
City or township governments
Marketing Partnership Program - Balance of State
$100,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 17, 2026

Date Added

May 15, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to counties, municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and local tourism promotion groups outside of Cook County to enhance tourism marketing initiatives that attract visitors and boost regional economic activity.

Business and Commerce
County governments
AmeriCorps Formula Fixed
$150,000
Illinois Human Services
State

Application Deadline

Jun 12, 2026

Date Added

May 14, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations in Illinois to engage AmeriCorps members in community service projects that address critical needs in areas such as education, economic opportunity, and health.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Route 66 Grant Program
$500,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 11, 2026

Date Added

May 14, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to certified convention and visitors bureaus in Illinois for projects that enhance tourism infrastructure and visitor experiences along Route 66, particularly in anticipation of its 100th anniversary.

Transportation
Exclusive - see details
Economic Empowerment Centers (EEC) Program
$500,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 14, 2026

This program provides funding to organizations that support entrepreneurship training and business development for historically underserved populations in Illinois, including minorities, women, veterans, and youth.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Eviction Mitigation Legal Assistance Program
$5,000,000
Illinois Human Services
State

Application Deadline

Jun 12, 2026

Date Added

May 14, 2026

This funding opportunity provides substantial financial support to organizations that deliver legal assistance to tenants facing eviction, helping to prevent displacement and promote housing stability in Illinois.

Housing
Exclusive - see details
Illinois Regional Site Readiness Program
$75,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

May 14, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to regional planning organizations in Southern Illinois for planning and preparing a 27-acre industrial site in Marion to attract manufacturing investments and create jobs.

Business and Commerce
Special district governments
Business Attraction Prime Sites Grant Program
$25,000,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2027

Date Added

May 13, 2026

This program provides financial support to businesses relocating to or expanding within Illinois, incentivizing job creation and infrastructure improvements in key growth industries.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Federal Grant Support Program
$2,000,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 13, 2026

This program provides matching funds to Illinois-based organizations, including local governments, nonprofits, and businesses, to enhance their competitiveness for federal grants that support economic development projects in areas like workforce development and clean energy.

Business and Commerce
City or township governments
Preservation Limited Rehabilitation Grant Program
$475,000
Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 13, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to nonprofit and for-profit organizations to rehabilitate and preserve existing affordable housing developments in Illinois that are at risk due to physical or financial distress.

Housing
Nonprofits
Strong Communities Grant Program
$750,000
Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 16, 2026

Date Added

May 13, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments in Illinois to revitalize communities by rehabilitating or demolishing vacant residential properties, thereby improving housing values and public safety.

Housing
City or township governments
ETIP Strategic Sectors Single Company Grant Program
$10,000,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 13, 2026

This program provides financial support to Illinois companies for employee training in strategic sectors to enhance workforce skills, productivity, and economic competitiveness.

Workforce Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Small Business Development Centers Grant Program
$525,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 13, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to qualified organizations that will establish Small Business Development Centers in underserved areas of Illinois, helping entrepreneurs and small businesses access essential resources and services for growth and success.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
CNA / CNR / CNCA
$150,000
Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 8, 2026

Date Added

May 12, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to a regional organization in Westchester to enhance mental and behavioral health services for children and families by fostering community collaboration and integrating family and youth perspectives.

Health
Nonprofits

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