Illinois Grants

Last updated September 15, 2026

There are currently 193 active grants available to Illinois applicants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

193 grants in Illinois

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
Foundation	AHRF Resident Research Grants (Bernard & Lottie Drazin Research Grant Program)	American Hearing Research Foundation	Rolling	Up to $1K
State	AIS Grants to Great Lakes States (CAFWS-179)	Natural Resources	Rolling	Varies
State	FY27 480-40-3710 IDEC Home Visiting	Early Childhood	Rolling	Varies
State	UCF - Urban and Community Forestry Program (FY24)	Natural Resources	Rolling	Varies
State	Driving a Cleaner Illinois - Volkswagen	Environmental Protection	Rolling	$10M – $1.8B
State	State ANS Comprehensive Management Plan (CAFWS-180)	Natural Resources	Rolling	Varies
State	NDIGO	Student Assistance Commission	Rolling	Varies
State	FY27 Adult Education and Literacy Basic Competitive Grant (Non- Match State Funding)	Illinois Community College Board	Rolling	Varies
State	FY27 480-20-3714 - Child Care Assistance Program- Early Childhood Mental Health Consultants	Early Childhood	Rolling	Varies
State	CVA - Clean Vessel Act (FY25)	Natural Resources	Rolling	Varies
State	SWG - State Wildlife Grants (FY26)	Natural Resources	Rolling	Varies
State	Illinois support of Ohio River Basin Asian Carp control and management (FY25)	Natural Resources	Rolling	Varies
State	PR - Wildlife Restoration (FY24)	Department of Natural Resources	Rolling	Varies
State	ETIP Strategic Sectors Single Company Grant	Commerce And Econ Opp	Rolling	$15M – $1B
State	Community Development Block Grant Economic Development Program	Commerce And Econ Opp	Rolling	$30M – $100M
State	Juvenile Justice Training, Technical Assistance and Support	Human Services	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	AAPD Foundation Access to Care Grant	American Academy of Pediatric	Rolling	Up to $30K
State	FY27 480-10-3703 Early Childhood Block Grant - Early Childhood - Preschool for All Expansion STATE	Early Childhood	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Clojurists Together Project Grants	Clojurists Together Foundation	Rolling	$2K – $9K
Foundation	ABF Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship	American Bar Foundation	Rolling	Varies
State	CMP - Coastal Management Program - IRA Programmatic Projects (FY26)	Natural Resources	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Bears Care Athletic Training Grant	Bears Care	Rolling	$3K – $12K
State	FY27 480-40-3713 Maternal Child Home Visiting	Early Childhood	Rolling	Varies
State	FY26 Adult Education and Literacy Basic Grants - Federal and State	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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