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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Transportation · Rolling / Open State

State Planning Funds Details - Agency: Transportation - CSFA Number: 494-00-1437 - Program: State Planning Funds - Announcement Type: Initial - Assistance Type: Grant - Estimated Total Funding:…

Transportation · May 15, 2026 State

Statewide Planning and Research Funds Details - Agency: Transportation - CSFA Number: 494-00-1439 - Program: SPR - Announcement Type: Initial - Assistance Type: Grant - Estimated Total Funding:…

Natural Resources · April 30, 2026 State

STEF - Snowmobile Trail Establishment Fund (FY26) Provides financial assistance to eligible, private snowmobile clubs/organizations in Illinois to develop and maintain public snowmobile trails and…

Aging · April 10, 2026 State

Student Nursing Respite Pilot Program by ECIAAA Funding to be used to develop a pilot program between Area Agencies on Aging, aging network providers, and nursing student programs to expand access to…

Natural Resources · Rolling / Open State

SWG - State Wildlife Grants (FY24) Development and implementation of projects for the benefit of fish and wildlife and their habitats, including species that are not hunted or fished. Priority is…

Natural Resources · Rolling / Open State

SWG - State Wildlife Grants (FY25) Development and implementation of projects for the benefit of fish and wildlife and their habitats, including species that are not hunted or fished. Priority is…

Natural Resources · Rolling / Open State

SWG - State Wildlife Grants (FY26) Development and implementation of projects for the benefit of fish and wildlife and their habitats, including species that are not hunted or fished. Priority is…

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Human Services · April 23, 2026 State

Voucher Respite Details - Agency: Human Services - CSFA Number: 444-24-1511 - Program: Voucher Respite - Announcement Type: Initial - Assistance Type: Grant - Estimated Total Funding: 1792100.00 -…

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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