Illinois Grants

Last updated July 28, 2026

There are currently 168 active grants available to Illinois applicants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state sources and updated daily.

168 grants in Illinois

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
State	BIG-P - Boating Infrastructure Grant Program (SFY25)	Natural Resources	Rolling	Varies
State	WNS - Endangered Species- White Nose Syndrome (FY26)	Natural Resources	Rolling	Varies
State	DJ - Sport Fish Restoration - Fisheries, Boat Access (FY25)	Natural Resources	Rolling	Varies
State	FY27 Adult Education and Literacy Basic Competitive Grant - WIOA Title II AEFLA	Illinois Community College Board	Rolling	Varies
State	Golden Apple Accelerators of Illinois Program	Student Assistance Commission	Rolling	Varies
State	SWG - State Wildlife Grants (FY25)	Natural Resources	Rolling	Varies
State	Lead Service Line Inventory Grant Program	Environmental Protection	Rolling	$2M – $5M
State	Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park	Capital Development Board	Rolling	Varies
State	International Tourism Grant Program	Commerce And Econ Opp	Rolling	$1M – $15.5M
State	FY27 480-20-3970 Smart Start Workforce Grants	Early Childhood	Rolling	Varies
State	FY27 480-20-3706 Child Care Resource and Referral Program - Child Care Assistance Program	Early Childhood	Rolling	Varies
State	FY27 480-20-3721 Statewide CCR&R and Provider Supports and Services	Early Childhood	Rolling	Varies
State	FY27 480-20-3969 Smart Start Quality Support (SSQS) Program - Pilot	Early Childhood	Rolling	Varies
State	FY27 480-40-3725 Prevent Child Abuse Support	Early Childhood	Rolling	Varies
State	FY27 480-20-3717 After School Professional Development Opportunities	Early Childhood	Rolling	Varies
State	Redeploy Illinois - Planning Grant	Human Services	Rolling	$500K – $2.5M
State	Juvenile Justice Training, Technical Assistance and Support	Human Services	Rolling	Varies
State	PR - Wildlife Restoration (FY27)	Department of Natural Resources	Rolling	Varies
State	Natural and Working Lands+ Climate	Natural Resources	Rolling	Varies
State	Illinois support of Upper Mississippi River Asian Carp control and management (FY25)	Natural Resources	Rolling	Varies
State	Aviation Fuel Tax Program	Transportation	Rolling	Varies
State	Unsewered Communities Planning Grant Program - Round 3	Environmental Protection	Rolling	Varies
State	FY26 Adult Education and Literacy- Federal Basic Grant	Community College Board	Rolling	Varies
State	FY26 Integrated English Language and Civics Education (IELCE)	Illinois Community College Board	Rolling	Varies

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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.

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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