Illinois grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Explore 215 grant opportunities
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Mar 31, 2026
This program provides funding to organizations in the lower Mississippi River Delta and Alabama Black Belt regions to develop workforce training initiatives that help individuals gain skills and secure employment in high-demand jobs.
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Aug 10, 2026
This funding opportunity provides financial support to eligible organizations in Illinois to engage AmeriCorps members in community service projects that address education, economic opportunity, health, and veteran support.
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May 27, 2025
This program provides hydration stations to community organizations and educational institutions in Illinois to promote access to safe drinking water and encourage sustainable hydration practices.
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Aug 7, 2026
This grant provides funding to museums and related organizations across the U.S. for projects that enhance public education, community engagement, and the stewardship of collections.
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Jul 16, 2026
This program provides financial support for eligible students to access short-term, career-focused training programs in Illinois that lead to high-demand jobs, using Pell Grant funding.
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Aug 7, 2026
This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and local governments in Lake County, Illinois, to develop and enhance community-based systems that promote recovery from substance use disorders and mental health challenges.
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Sep 3, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community groups in the greater Chicago area to strengthen the local food system through infrastructure improvements or policy advocacy focused on equity and sustainability.
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Feb 10, 2025
This funding provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and government agencies in Lee County to deliver emergency food, shelter, and utility services to individuals and families facing economic hardship.
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Sep 18, 2024
This grant provides financial support to organizations that offer care services for seniors aged 55 and older in central Illinois, specifically in designated counties.
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Jul 1, 2025
This grant provides funding to nonprofit and public-serving organizations that enhance the quality of life for residents in Boone, Ogle, Stephenson, and Winnebago Counties through various charitable activities.
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Feb 17, 2025
This funding opportunity is designed to support a lead organization in developing a strategic plan to enhance the community health worker workforce in Illinois, focusing on increasing demand, improving integration into health services, and promoting diversity within the workforce.
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Mar 30, 2026
This grant provides financial assistance to Illinois libraries to help cover the initial costs of joining shared catalog consortia, enhancing resource sharing and access to library services for their communities.
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Feb 28, 2025
This funding opportunity supports Chicago-area colleges in developing innovative transfer models to significantly increase bachelor’s degree completion rates for community college students, particularly those from Black, Latine, and low-income backgrounds.
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Jun 15, 2026
This federal grant provides financial support for infrastructure projects that improve essential services and economic opportunities in distressed communities across the Mississippi River Delta and Alabama Black Belt regions.
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Aug 6, 2026
This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Illinois to establish a free, confidential warm line staffed by peers, offering emotional support and guidance to individuals facing behavioral health challenges.

