Department On Aging · May 15, 2026 State
FFY27 93.045 Special Programs for the Aging_Title III, Part C2_Nutrition Services Nutrition projects that provide at least one hot or other appropriate meal per day to participants, five or more days…
Illinois Grants
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.
177 grants in Illinois
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Department On Aging · May 15, 2026 State
FFY27 93.052 National Family Caregiver Support, Title III, Part E To assist States, Territories in providing multifaceted systems of support services for: (1) Family caregivers; and (2) older…
Department On Aging · May 15, 2026 State
FFY27 93.053 Nutrition Services Incentive Program The Nutrition Services Incentive Program (NSIP) Provides additional federal funding for congregate meals and home delivered meals. Details - Awarding…
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Natural Resources · Rolling / Open State
Forest Health Management Collection of data that is utilized to analyze and report on the condition and disease problems that affect Illinois trees and forests. Details - Awarding Agency: Natural…
$500000 - $500000
Commerce And Econ Opp · Rolling / Open State
Future Energy Jobs Act Multi-Cultural Jobs Program Details - Agency: Commerce And Econ Opp - CSFA Number: 420-30-2875 - Program: FEJA Multi-Cultural Jobs Program - Announcement Type: Initial -…
Illinois Community College Board · May 15, 2026 State
FY2027 Federal Postsecondary Perkins Basic Grant - Career and Technical Education Provides Federal Postsecondary Perkins grants to community colleges for career and technical education (CTE) through…
Community College Board · Rolling / Open State
FY26 Adult Education and Literacy Basic Grants - Federal and State This Notice of Funding Opportunity is offered to solicit Renewal Applications from currently ICCB Title ll funded programs that work…
Illinois Community College Board · Rolling / Open State
FY26 Adult Education and Literacy Professional Development Network- Federal The purpose is to develop and maintain a high-quality professional development program that develops career pathways,…
Community College Board · Rolling / Open State
FY26 Adult Education and Literacy- Federal Basic Grant This Notice of Funding Opportunity is offered to solicit Renewal Applications from currently ICCB Title ll funded programs that work to achieve…
State Board of Elections · June 30, 2026 State
FY26 Illinois Voter Registration System Grant (IVRS) ONLY APPLICATIONS FROM THE ILLINOIS ELECTION JURISDICTIONS SELECTED TO PILOT WILL BE ACCEPTED. ELECTION JURISDICTIONS WILL SUBMIT “APPLICATIONS”…
Illinois Community College Board · Rolling / Open State
FY26 Integrated English Language and Civics Education (IELCE) This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is intended to solicit a Renewal Proposal from eligible (returning) programs (CFR 463.23) that…
State Board of Elections · June 30, 2026 State
FY26 Polling Place Accessibility Grant (HAVA) APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED FROM ELECTION AUTHORITIES IN ILLINOIS PILOTING THE PROGRAM. These funds are to address areas of inaccessibility in…
Early Childhood · Rolling / Open State
FY27 480-10-3702 Early Childhood Block Grant - Early Childhood - Prevention Initiative Training and Technical Assistance: Birth to 3 Years According to Administrative Rules 235.100 a), this grant is…
Early Childhood · Rolling / Open State
FY27 480-10-3704 Early Childhood Block Grant: Early Childhood-PFA/PFAE Training and Technical Assistance To fund a qualified applicant to provide comprehensive professional learning opportunities…
Early Childhood · Rolling / Open State
FY27 480-20-3706 Child Care Resource and Referral Program - Child Care Assistance Program Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) agencies are hubs for coordination of diverse child care activities…
Early Childhood · Rolling / Open State
FY27 480-20-3714 - Child Care Assistance Program- Early Childhood Mental Health Consultants Provide coordination of the Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant (IECMHC) program throughout the state…
Early Childhood · Rolling / Open State
FY27 480-20-3717 After School Professional Development Opportunities Offer professional development activities for child care practitioners who serve children kindergarten age through 12 years of age…
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Early Childhood · Rolling / Open State
FY27 480-20-3718 Leadership Training and Tiered Reimbursement – Quality Discretionary Grantee Contractor is to provide Early Childhood Leadership Training, which includes: 1.) Taking Charge of Change…
Early Childhood · Rolling / Open State
FY27 480-20-3721 Statewide CCR&R and Provider Supports and Services Contractor is to provide services for 1) statewide quality improvement and workforce professional development programs for child…
Early Childhood · Rolling / Open State
FY27 480-20-3722 All Our Kids Early Childhood Networks All Our Kids Early Childhood Networks (AOK Networks) are community-based collaborations that promote healthy pregnancies and the positive growth…
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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