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Illinois grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education

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Illinois Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program
Contact for amount
Illinois Department of Agriculture
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 28, 2025

This program provides funding to small and mid-size food and agricultural businesses, nonprofits, and local governments in Illinois to improve infrastructure and market access, particularly for underserved producers and communities.

Food and Nutrition
Small businesses
Community Network Anchors (CNA-26)
$100,000
Illinois Public Health
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 29, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and government entities in Illinois to strengthen community networks that improve access to mental and behavioral health services for families and children.

Health
Nonprofits
Illinois Family Planning Program
$2,000,000
Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 16, 2025

This program provides funding to healthcare organizations in Illinois to deliver essential family planning and reproductive health services to low-income individuals, ensuring equitable access regardless of background or location.

Health
Nonprofits
Women’s Leadership Council Micro-Grant
$1,500
Southern Illinois University Foundation Women’s Leadership Council
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 6, 2025

This grant provides financial support for innovative, women-led projects at Southern Illinois University that empower women students, faculty, and staff, enhancing their learning experiences and campus engagement.

Women & Girl Services
Individuals
Coastal Competitive Grants Program
$250,000
Illinois Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments, nonprofits, and educational institutions for projects that protect coastal habitats, improve public access, and enhance community resilience along the Illinois Lake Michigan shoreline.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
Nonpoint Source Grants
$4,000,000
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 13, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to various organizations and groups in Illinois for projects aimed at reducing water pollution from nonpoint sources, such as agricultural runoff and urban stormwater.

Natural Resources
Individuals
Harry S. Black and Allon Fuller Grant Program
$25,000
Harry S. Black & Allon Fuller Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This grant provides funding to organizations that improve health care access and services for underserved populations, particularly focusing on low-income communities and individuals with physical disabilities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Youth Engaged in Philanthropy Grants in Illinois
$2,000
Illinois Prairie Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2024

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations and government entities in McLean, DeWitt, Livingston, and Logan counties to support youth-focused initiatives that actively involve young people in the application process.

Youth
County governments
Sustain Evanston Incentive Grant Program
$25,000
City of Evanston City Manager’s Office (CMO)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 6, 2026

This program provides financial support to local businesses, property owners, and nonprofits in Evanston for sustainable building improvements and energy-efficient upgrades that align with the city's climate goals.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Untold Stories Grants
$5,000
Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 2, 2024

The Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation is offering the Untold Stories Grants, ranging from $10,000 to $100,000, to institutions in Coles County that aim to preserve, educate, and disseminate stories of historically underrepresented individuals, thereby promoting racial equity and social justice.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
In Youth We Trust Youth Grants
$3,000
Community Foundation of Northern Illinois
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 13, 2025

This grant provides funding for youth-led projects in Boone, Ogle, Stephenson, and Winnebago counties that empower young people to address community challenges and develop leadership skills.

Youth
Nonprofits
Chi–Cal Rivers Fund
Contact for amount
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, government entities, tribal governments, and educational institutions in the Chicago and Calumet region to implement conservation projects that improve waterways, enhance natural habitats, and engage communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
State Furbearer Fund Grant
Contact for amount
Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 5, 2026

This program provides funding for projects that conserve and manage furbearing mammals in Illinois, supporting education, habitat development, and responsible hunting and trapping practices.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
2026 Skokie Community Foundation Grant
$10,000
Skokie Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 15, 2025

This grant provides funding for collaborative projects that improve the Skokie community, focusing on sustainable initiatives that benefit local residents.

Employment Labor and Training
Nonprofits
Park & Trail Grant
$300,000
Metroeast Park and Recreation District (MEPRD)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 13, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments and qualified organizations in Madison and St. Clair Counties, Illinois, for the development and improvement of public parks, trails, and recreational facilities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Monarch Butterfly and Pollinators Conservation Fund
$300,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This grant provides funding for conservation projects that restore and enhance habitats for monarch butterflies and other native pollinators, targeting nonprofit organizations, government entities, tribal groups, and educational institutions.

Environment
Nonprofits
Green Infrastructure Grant Opportunities
$2,500,000
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This program provides funding to various organizations and government entities in Illinois for projects that implement green infrastructure practices to improve water quality and manage stormwater runoff.

Environment
City or township governments
Professional Development Grant
$120,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 19, 2026

This funding opportunity is designed to enhance the skills of agricultural educators in the Midwest, enabling them to develop impactful programs that promote sustainable farming practices and support local farmers and ranchers.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
State/Local Airport Improvement Program
$45,000,000
Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This program provides federal funding to eligible public agencies and certain private airport owners for projects that improve airport safety, capacity, and environmental sustainability across the nation.

Transportation
State governments
515-RIPS Regions IPS Trainers
$360,000
Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS), Division of Mental Health
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 20, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and Certified Community Mental Health Centers in Illinois to train and support agencies implementing the Individual Placement and Support model, helping individuals with serious mental illness secure competitive employment.

Employment Labor and Training
Nonprofits