FY27 Expansion of ESL services for Adult Education providers working with Asylees, Refugees and Migrants

Q: How much funding does FY27 Expansion of ESL services for Adult Education providers working with Asylees, Refugees and Migrants provide?

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Q: When is the deadline for FY27 Expansion of ESL services for Adult Education providers working with Asylees, Refugees and Migrants?

The deadline is November 13, 2026.

Illinois Community College Board

State Grants for Education Grants for Immigration Nonprofits Workforce Development Grants

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

November 13, 2026

38 days left

Grant Type

State

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Geography

Illinois

Overview

The intent of the grant is to expand capacity for English language services for providers working with asylees, refugees, and migrants. With this funding, adult education providers can better assist new arrivals with their transition to living in the United States. This grant aims to support all demographics with a primary focus on immigrants, asylees, and refugees. It addresses the urgent needs arising from the current immigrant crisis by providing essential assistance to help these individuals transition to a better quality of life. These funds will help programs to equipping them with the necessary skills and resources to integrate successfully into their new communities. This funding provides opportunities for English language learners to increase their basic skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. This funding is intended to expand existing offerings and serve additional learners. It is not intended to supplant existing English Language Services.
By hiring qualified ESL instructors with a background in working with asylees, refugees, and migrants, programs will ensure that the new arrivals population has access to instruction and curriculum tailored to their needs. Providers will also offer technology for students to access remote learning. Recruitment will occur throughout the grant cycle, and providers will implement wrap-around services to retain and support new learners.

Details

Awarding Agency: Illinois Community College Board
Departments: Adult Education
CSFA Number: 684-00-3320
CSFA Popular Name: AE&L ESL expansion for Asylees, Refugees and Migrants
Funding Opportunity Number: 2549-2401
Announcement Type: Initial Announcement
Award Type: Competitive
Total Funding Available: $750,000.00
Expected Number of Awards: 35
Funding Sources: State
Capital Grant: No
Indirect Costs Allowed: Yes
Posted Date: September 28, 2026
Award Period: January 1, 2027 – December 31, 2027

Funding Source Description

The funding for this grant is provided by the State of Illinois through the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB). A total of $750,000 has been allocated for the FY25 Expansion of ESL services for Adult Education Providers. This funding is intended to support programs working with asylees, refugees, and migrants, enabling them to improve their English language skills and transition into self- sufficiency. The funding period spans from January 1st,2025 to December 31st, 2025. It aims to expand current ESL offerings and is not meant to replace existing services. The grant does not require cost sharing or matching, and indirect costs are allowable with certain restrictions as per Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA).