Partners for Conservation - Illinois Soil and Water Conservation District Grants (FY26) The Illinois Department of Agriculture (the “Department” or “IDOA”) is issuing this Notice of Funding…
Illinois Grants
Last updated June 12, 2026
There are currently 301 active grants available to Illinois applicants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state sources and updated daily.
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.
What grants are open in Illinois right now?
PR - Wildlife Restoration (FY24) Projects to restore, conserve, manage, and enhance wild birds and mammals and their habitat. Projects also include providing public use and access to wildlife…
PR - Wildlife Restoration (FY25) Projects to restore, conserve, manage, and enhance wild birds and mammals and their habitat. Projects also include providing public use and access to wildlife…
PR - Wildlife Restoration (FY26) Details - Awarding Agency: Department of Natural Resources - CSFA Number: 422-20-0109 - CSFA Popular Name: PR - Assistance Listings Number: 15.611 - Announcement…
PR - Wildlife Restoration (FY27) Details - Awarding Agency: Department of Natural Resources - CSFA Number: 422-20-0109 - CSFA Popular Name: PR - Assistance Listings Number: 15.611 - Announcement…
Public Water Supply Energy Efficiency Grant Program-Round 2 Illinois EPA Office of Energy intends to fund the implementation of energy efficiency projects at public water supply (PWS) facilities,…
Redeploy Illinois - Planning Grant Details - Agency: Human Services - CSFA Number: 444-80-2350 - Program: Redeploy Illinois - Planning Grant - Announcement Type: Initial - Assistance Type: Grant -…
Regional Vaccine Summit and Media Campaign Details - Agency: Public Health - CSFA Number: 482-00-3102 - Program: RVSMC - Announcement Type: Initial - Assistance Type: Grant - Estimated Total Funding:…
Reproductive Health Security Grant Details - Agency: Public Health - CSFA Number: 482-00-3453 - Program: RHSG - Announcement Type: Initial - Assistance Type: Grant - Estimated Total Funding:…
Residential Respite Program (89D) Details - Agency: Human Services - CSFA Number: 444-24-3759 - Program: Residential Respite Program (89D) - Announcement Type: Initial - Assistance Type: Grant -…
Resilient Energy for Wastewater Infrastructure Program Illinois EPA Office of Energy intends to fund the implementation of resilience projects at publicly owned wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs).…
Route 66 Grant Program Details - Agency: Commerce And Econ Opp - CSFA Number: 420-25-2758 - Program: Route 66 Grant Program - Announcement Type: Initial - Assistance Type: Grant - Estimated Total…
Rural Health Transformation Program - Building a Resilient Rural Workforce, Training Healthcare Support Workers The Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program was designed to empower states to…
Rural Health Transformation Program - Building a Resilient Workforce, Healthcare Workforce Expansion
Rural Health Transformation Program - Building a Resilient Workforce, Healthcare Workforce Expansion Illinois’ Rural Health Transformation Program will support rural communities across the State of…
Rural Health Transformation Program - Building a Resilient Workforce, Rural Health Education Pipeline The Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program was designed to empower states to strengthen rural…
Rural Health Transformation Program - Overcoming Geographic Barriers to Care, EMS Enhancement Grants to Resource Hospitals The Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program was designed to empower states…
Rural Health Transformation Program - Overcoming Geographic Barriers to Care, Mobile Healthcare Innovation The Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program was designed to empower states to strengthen…
Rural Health Transformation Program - Overcoming Geographic Barriers to Care, Technological Innovation for Virtual Care The Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program was designed to empower states to…
Rural Health Transformation Program - Transforming Rural Healthcare Delivery, Community Care Infrastructure The Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program was designed to empower states to strengthen…
Rural Health Transformation Program - Transforming Rural Healthcare Delivery, Healthcare Transformation Collaboratives The Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program was designed to empower states to…
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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