Illinois Youth Grants
Explore 161 grant opportunities
Application Deadline
Sep 30, 2026
Date Added
Oct 2, 2025
This program provides funding to Chicago-based nonprofits that empower youth aged 16 to 24 through workforce readiness and food security initiatives.
Application Deadline
Oct 5, 2026
Date Added
Sep 9, 2025
This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and qualified government agencies that serve the Village of Milan, Illinois, focusing on youth development, community improvement, cultural activities, and support for underprivileged individuals.
Application Deadline
Sep 12, 2026
Date Added
Oct 28, 2025
This grant provides funding to organizations working on sustainable development initiatives that alleviate poverty in specific areas, including international locations, the Greater Metropolitan St. Louis region, and West Central Illinois.
Application Deadline
Sep 7, 2026
Date Added
Sep 23, 2024
This funding initiative provides financial support to young activists and organizations in the Chicago area and Northwestern Indiana working on social justice projects that promote equality and community empowerment.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
May 16, 2025
This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that serve low-income and underrepresented communities in various areas such as health, education, and legal services across specific major U.S. cities.
Application Deadline
Oct 15, 2026
Date Added
Jan 19, 2026
This grant provides funding to county fair organizations for improving agricultural facilities that support exhibitions and education at county fairs within Compeer Financial's service area.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
May 24, 2024
This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations with expertise in juvenile justice to deliver training and technical assistance aimed at improving rehabilitation and reducing recidivism among youth in Illinois.
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.
Application Deadline
Sep 18, 2026
Date Added
Aug 12, 2026
This grant provides funding to eligible community colleges in rural Illinois to enhance healthcare training programs and support services, addressing workforce shortages and improving employment outcomes in local healthcare sectors.
Application Deadline
Sep 15, 2026
Date Added
Aug 13, 2024
This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and public service entities in Boone County, Illinois, to support community-oriented projects that improve residents' quality of life through health services, education, and cultural initiatives.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
May 24, 2024
This funding opportunity provides financial support to Illinois county governments to develop community-based alternatives for youth at risk of incarceration, aiming to reduce juvenile justice involvement through planning and analysis.
Application Deadline
Sep 30, 2026
Date Added
Aug 12, 2026
This grant provides funding for Illinois teachers to facilitate educational field trips that explore the state's history, connecting real-world experiences to their classroom curriculum.
Application Deadline
Jan 15, 2027
Date Added
Aug 12, 2026
This grant provides funding to charitable organizations focused on preventing and treating child maltreatment through direct services, education, advocacy, and research in designated communities both in the U.S. and internationally.
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.
Application Deadline
Sep 15, 2026
Date Added
Aug 12, 2026
This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that offer adult education and literacy services in specific counties of Illinois, helping adults improve their literacy, gain employment skills, and support their children's education.
Application Deadline
Feb 1, 2027
Date Added
Jun 16, 2026
This grant provides financial support to Illinois teachers for outdoor field trips that focus on biodiversity education, promoting hands-on learning about the state's natural resources.
Application Deadline
Oct 2, 2026
Date Added
Aug 14, 2026
This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that create innovative programs helping individuals aged 16 and older, particularly those with limited skills or disabilities, transition smoothly from education to high-demand employment.
Application Deadline
Sep 17, 2026
Date Added
Aug 5, 2026
This program provides financial support to community-based organizations in Illinois focused on preventing violence and enhancing public safety through capacity building and direct services.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Jul 15, 2026
This funding opportunity provides rapid financial support to eligible organizations addressing urgent health and wellness needs in Pike County, Illinois.
Application Deadline
Sep 11, 2026
Date Added
Aug 5, 2026
This program provides funding to nonprofit and public organizations in Illinois to improve children's oral health access, education, and workforce development, particularly for underserved populations.

