Rural Health Transformation Program - Transforming Rural Healthcare Delivery, Hospital Disease Prevention The Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program was designed to empower states to strengthen…
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?
Rural Health Transformation Program - Transforming Rural Healthcare Delivery, Hospital Transformation The Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program was designed to empower states to strengthen rural…
SBIR/STTR Match Program Details - Agency: Commerce And Econ Opp - CSFA Number: 420-35-2382 - Program: SBIR/STTR Match Program - Announcement Type: Modified - Assistance Type: Grant - Estimated Total…
Section 604(b) - Water Quality Management Program for Qualified Areawide Planning Agencies (FY 22) Illinois EPA’s Section 604(b) Water Quality Management program grant (a.k.a. Section 604(b) Grant…
Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program Details - Agency: Human Services - CSFA Number: 444-80-0170 - Program: SFMNP - Announcement Type: Initial - Assistance Type: Grant - Estimated Total Funding:…
SFY2027 - 17.235 Title V Senior Community Service Employment Program - Competitive The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) is a program administered by the US Department of Labor…
SFY23 Preparedness & Response Grant Program The grant program has been appropriated to the IEMA for the purpose of all approved costs associated with Homeland Security Preparedness and Response Grant…
SFY24 Preparedness, Response, and Unmet Needs Grant Program The grant program has been appropriated to IEMA-OHS for the purpose of all approved costs associated with Homeland Security Preparedness,…
SFY25 Preparedness, Response, and Unmet Needs Grant Program The grant program has been appropriated to IEMA-OHS for the purpose of all approved costs associated with Homeland Security Preparedness,…
SFY26 September 11th license plates Details - Awarding Agency: Emergency Mgt Agency - CSFA Number: 588-40-1467 - CSFA Popular Name: 9/11 - Assistance Listings Number: 588-40-1467 - Announcement Type:…
SFY27 Radiological Emergency Preparedness Program The REP grant is a State Funded Preparedness Program intended to support local government planning, training and exercise requirements associated…
Small Business Development Centers Details - Agency: Commerce And Econ Opp - CSFA Number: 420-35-0083 - Program: SBDC - Announcement Type: Initial - Assistance Type: Grant - Estimated Total Funding:…
SNAP & TANF E&T Training and Technical Assistance Details - Agency: Human Services - CSFA Number: 444-80-2538 - Program: Employment & Training Techincal Assistance (ETTA) - Announcement…
SNOW - Snowmobile Local Government (FY26) Provides financial assistance to local governments for acquisition of property for snowmobiling, development of snowmobile trails and equipment related to…
Special Wildlife Funds - Furbearer Fund (FY27) The State Furbearer Fund provides grants to appropriate not-for-profit organizations, governmental entities, educational institutions, and corporations…
Special Wildlife Funds - WPF Rehab Facilities (FY27) Maintenance of wildlife rehabilitation facilities that take care of threatened or endangered species. Details - Awarding Agency: Department Of…
State ANS Comprehensive Management Plan (CAFWS-180) To provide technical and financial assistance to implement the highest priority actions in order to protect and restore the Great Lakes. Priority…
State ANS Comprehensive Management Plan (FY25) To provide technical and financial assistance to implement the highest priority actions in order to protect and restore the Great Lakes. Priority…
State ANS Comprehensive Management Plan (FY26)) To provide technical and financial assistance to implement the highest priority actions in order to protect and restore the Great Lakes. Priority…
State Planning Funds Details - Agency: Transportation - CSFA Number: 494-00-1437 - Program: State Planning Funds - Announcement Type: Initial - Assistance Type: Grant - Estimated Total Funding:…
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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