Illinois Grants

Last updated August 25, 2026

There are currently 162 active grants available to Illinois applicants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state sources and updated daily.

162 grants in Illinois
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Grant Deadline Amount
Community Development Block Grant Public Infrastructure Program
August 27, 2026
$30M – $150M
Community Development Block Grant Housing Rehabilitation Program
August 27, 2026
$30M – $80M
FY27 Chicago Underground Storage Tank Program
August 31, 2026
Varies
Illinois Public Radio and Television
August 31, 2026
$600K – $60M
FY27 406-46-4033 Climate Pollution Reduction Grant Implementation Grant
August 31, 2026
Varies
27-3786-01 Illinois Cycle Rider Safety Training Program
August 31, 2026
Varies
OSLAD - Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (FY27)
August 31, 2026
Varies
State Indoor Radon Grants FFY 2026 - 2028
August 31, 2026
Varies
Emerging Contaminants in Small or Disadvantaged Communities Grant
August 31, 2026
Varies
Reducing Access to Lethal Means
August 31, 2026
Up to $12.5M
401 Suicide Prevention Call Center Enhancement (SPCE)
September 4, 2026
$18.8M – $348.8M
FY27 CON Level of Care Support Services Grant Program
September 14, 2026
Varies
FFY 23 Legislative Pre Disaster Mitigation (LPDM)/Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS)
September 14, 2026
Varies
FY27 Adult Education and Literacy Basic Competitive Grant - WIOA Title II AEFLA( APC 507)
September 15, 2026
Varies
FY27 Adult Education and Literacy Basic Competitive Grant (Non- Match State Funding) APC 507
September 15, 2026
Varies
Section 319(h) – NPS Pollution Control Financial Assistance Program (FY 2026)
September 16, 2026
Varies
Institute to Innovate (i2i) Capacity Building and Violence Prevention Grant Program
September 17, 2026
Varies
Illinois Rural Health Initiative—ROOTS: Rural Outreach, Opportunity, Training, and Success
September 18, 2026
Varies
Childhood Cancer Research
September 18, 2026
Up to $3.9M
Illinois Rural Health Initiative--REACH: Rural Education, Access, Careers, and Health
September 18, 2026
Varies
Transit 5310 Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities - CVP
September 21, 2026
$0 - $0
Efficient and Resilient Public Building Grant
September 30, 2026
Varies
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 - Veterans Scratch-Off Lottery Ticket Program
September 30, 2026
Varies
Illinois Racing Board Charity Fund Program
October 1, 2026
Up to $83.3M

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About grants in Illinois

Illinois combines Chicago's dense foundation sector with statewide government programs. The Illinois Arts Council Agency, Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, and the Illinois State Board of Education are major grant makers. Chicago-based foundations like the MacArthur Foundation and Robert R. McCormick Foundation add significant private funding.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What grants does Illinois offer?

Key Illinois agencies include the Arts Council Agency, Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, State Board of Education, Department of Human Services, and the Environmental Protection Agency. The Rebuild Illinois capital program provides infrastructure grants. The Illinois Housing Development Authority funds housing programs.

What Chicago-area foundations offer grants?

Chicago hosts major national and regional foundations including the MacArthur Foundation, Robert R. McCormick Foundation, Chicago Community Trust, Polk Bros. Foundation, Crown Family Philanthropies, and the Pritzker Foundation. The Donors Forum of Illinois (now Forefront) connects funders across the state.

Are there grants for Illinois community organizations?

Yes. The Illinois Department of Human Services passes through significant federal funding for community programs. DCEO offers community development grants. The Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation funds environmental projects. City of Chicago programs through DCASE, BACP, and CDPH provide additional community funding.

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