Grants for Education in Illinois

Last updated August 22, 2026

There are 11 active grants for education tagged to Illinois, part of 15,209 active grants for education listed nationwide. Updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
State	Title IV - 21st Century Comm Learning Centers: 21st CCLC	State Board Of Education	August 24, 2026	$5M – $60M
State	FY27 Adult Education and Literacy Basic Competitive Grant - WIOA Title II AEFLA( APC 507)	Illinois Community College Board	September 15, 2026	Varies
State	FY27 Adult Education and Literacy Basic Competitive Grant (Non- Match State Funding) APC 507	Illinois Community College Board	September 15, 2026	Varies
State	FY 27 Innovative Bridge and Transition Grant - State	Community College Board	October 2, 2026	Varies
State	Golden Apple Accelerators of Illinois Program	Student Assistance Commission	Rolling	Varies
State	FY27 480-10-3701 Early Childhood Block Grant: Preschool for All 3-5	Early Childhood	Rolling	Varies
State	FY27 Adult Education and Literacy Basic Competitive Grant - WIOA Title II AEFLA	Illinois Community College Board	Rolling	Varies
State	FY27 Integrated English Language and Civics Education (IELCE)	Illinois Community College Board	Rolling	Varies
State	FY27 480-50-3707 Head Start	Early Childhood	Rolling	Varies
State	FY27 480-20-3717 After School Professional Development Opportunities	Early Childhood	Rolling	Varies
State	FY27 480-10-3703 Early Childhood Block Grant - Early Childhood - Preschool for All Expansion STATE	Early Childhood	Rolling	Varies

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About grants for education in Illinois

Education grants fund schools, teachers, students, and learning programs at every level. The Department of Education distributes billions annually through formula and competitive grants, while foundations like Gates, Walton, and Dell support innovation in K-12 and higher education. State agencies add another layer of funding for local education initiatives.

Other grant categories in Illinois

Environmental Education Grants in Illinois 13 Grants for Special Education in Illinois 4 Health Education Grants in Illinois 1

Frequently Asked Questions

What federal grants are available for schools?

Major federal education grants include Title I (for high-poverty schools), IDEA (special education), Title III (English learners), 21st Century Community Learning Centers (after-school), and competitive grants like Magnet Schools Assistance and Education Innovation and Research (EIR). The Department of Education publishes a forecast of upcoming grant competitions annually.

Can individual teachers apply for grants?

Yes. Many foundations offer grants directly to teachers for classroom projects, supplies, and professional development. Notable sources include DonorsChoose, the NEA Foundation, Fund for Teachers, and state-level teacher grant programs. Amounts typically range from $250 to $10,000.

Are there grants for education technology?

Absolutely. Federal programs like E-Rate subsidize internet connectivity and technology infrastructure. The EIR program funds ed-tech innovation. Foundations like the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation and the Bezos Family Foundation specifically support technology-enhanced learning.

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