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Illinois Housing Grants

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Dekalb County Community Foundation Promise Grant
$10,000
DeKalb County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 1, 2026

Date Added

Sep 4, 2024

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations in DeKalb County, Illinois, to support projects that empower underserved populations and address systemic challenges related to ethnicity, immigration, and access to healthcare and housing.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Energy Efficiency Trust Fund Grant Program
$500,000
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 24, 2024

This program provides funding to public housing authorities, local governments, and nonprofit organizations in Illinois for energy efficiency upgrades in residential properties serving low-income and subsidized housing residents.

Energy
Public housing authorities
Community Development Block Grant Community Revitalization Program
$2,000,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 16, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to small local governments in Illinois for revitalizing communities by improving infrastructure, demolishing unsafe buildings, and preserving historic sites, particularly benefiting low-to-moderate income residents.

Community Development
City or township governments
Charitable Trust Grant
$20,000
Illinois State Treasurer’s Office
State

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Jun 15, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to small nonprofit organizations in Illinois that deliver essential services to communities facing poverty and economic challenges.

Food and Nutrition
Nonprofits
Community Impact Fund
$10,000
United Way of South Central Illinois
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2026

Date Added

Aug 10, 2026

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in South Central Illinois that provide essential services and programs to improve the lives of vulnerable populations, including low-income families, children, older adults, and individuals facing various hardships.

Community Development
Nonprofits
City-Funded Housing Programs Downtown Upper-Story Conversion Program
$5,000
City of Carbondale
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 11, 2023

This program provides financial incentives to commercial property owners in Carbondale's BPR Primary Business District to convert unused upper stories into livable apartments, promoting urban revitalization.

Housing
City or township governments
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
Upward Mobility Grant Program
$5,000
DeKalb County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 1, 2026

Date Added

Jun 30, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations, schools, and community groups in DeKalb County, Illinois, to support innovative projects that improve economic mobility and quality of life for underserved populations.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Development Grant - Large (CDG-L)
Contact for amount
City of Chicago – Department of Planning and Development (DPD)
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 8, 2024

This program provides substantial funding to support the development of commercial, cultural, industrial, and mixed-use projects in Chicago, aimed at enhancing community infrastructure and services.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Urgent Need Home Rehab Grant Program
$20,000
City of St. Charles Community Development (Planning Division)
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 5, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to low-income homeowners in St. Charles, Illinois, for urgent home repairs that ensure safety, health, and code compliance.

Housing
Individuals
Emergency and Transitional Housing Program
$90,913,298
Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities to offer immediate shelter and supportive services for individuals and families facing homelessness or housing instability in Illinois.

Housing
Nonprofits
Housing Rehabilitation Grants
$15,000
City of Urbana Grants Management Division
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 2, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to low- to moderate-income homeowners in Urbana, Illinois, for essential repairs and accessibility modifications to ensure safe and habitable living conditions.

Housing
Individuals
Illinois Grocery Initiative for New Stores in Food Deserts
$11,000,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 18, 2024

This grant provides funding to support the establishment of new grocery stores in underserved areas of Illinois, aiming to improve access to fresh and affordable food in food deserts.

Food and Nutrition
County governments
Jackson Community Grants
Contact for amount
Jackson National Life Insurance Company (Jackson)
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 12, 2024

Date Added

Jul 15, 2024

The Jackson National Life Insurance Company (Jackson) offers Community grants aimed at strengthening families and increasing economic opportunities. These grants align with Jackson's mission to support non-profits that positively impact individual trajectories and provide stability for families. The program has two main focus areas: Economic Opportunities and Strong Families, reflecting the foundation's strategic priorities to build on stability and help break cycles of poverty and trauma. Under the Economic Opportunities focus, Jackson supports non-profits that provide access to finance, employment, and education. This includes initiatives related to Career Pathways and Job Skills, Financial Education and Coaching, and Homeownership and Wealth Building. The expected outcome is to change individual trajectories by providing the tools and resources necessary for financial independence and stability. While specific measurable results are not explicitly stated, the focus on tangible areas like job skills and homeownership implies a theory of change where targeted interventions lead to improved economic well-being. The Strong Families focus is dedicated to supporting non-profits that help families overcome generational poverty and trauma by addressing their most critical needs. This encompasses programs providing Emergency Shelter, Access to Food, Intervention and care after crisis, Resilient Parenting and accessible Childcare, and Youth Mentoring. The goal is to provide stability and support, leading to a break in cycles of poverty and trauma. The foundation's theory of change here is that by providing foundational support and care, families can achieve greater resilience and well-being. Jackson awards funding to local nonprofits in specific geographic areas, including Lansing, MI, Nashville, TN, and Chicago, IL, through a competitive grant process. The eligibility criteria emphasize support for 501(c)3 tax-exempt organizations, with specific restrictions against funding individuals, private foundations, certain health and disease-specific organizations, religious organizations (unless broadly accessible and free from religious orientation), and schools or school-affiliated sports teams/clubs. This highlights Jackson's commitment to partnering with established non-profits that align with their community-focused mission and strategic priorities.

Infrastructure
Nonprofits
2025 Community Development Block Grant for Public Services in Illinois
Contact for amount
City of DeKalb
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2024

This funding opportunity supports non-profit organizations in DeKalb, Illinois, that provide essential services to help homeless individuals, low-income residents, the elderly, and people with disabilities achieve greater independence and self-sufficiency.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Thriving Youth, Stronger Communities Grant
$1,000,000
Lohengrin Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2024

This initiative provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Chicago to create or improve youth and community centers, addressing the urgent need for safe spaces for young people in areas with high youth populations.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Energy Transition Community Grant Program
$5,589,914
Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 25, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments affected by the closure or reduced operation of the Zion Nuclear Plant, aimed at fostering economic development and addressing community impacts through various initiatives.

Energy
City or township governments
Comprehensive Lead Education, Reduction and Window Replacement (CLEAR-Win)
$4,000,000
Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 2, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations working to reduce lead hazards in low-income homes across Illinois by replacing windows and addressing other lead-related issues.

Environment
City or township governments
Community Development Block Grant-Coronavirus Healthy Houses Program
$2,000,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State

Application Deadline

Nov 6, 2024

Date Added

Sep 5, 2024

The CDBG-CV Healthy Houses program is a grant aimed at supporting housing projects that maintain health and safety in low to moderate income multi-family rentals, by funding the installation or replacement of entire HVAC systems.

Housing
City or township governments
Emergency Food & Shelter Program (EFSP) – Iroquois County
Contact for amount
United Way of Kankakee & Iroquois Counties
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 30, 2025

This program provides funding to local organizations in Iroquois County to enhance their existing food, shelter, and emergency assistance services for individuals and families in need.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
County governments