Innovative Bridge and Transition Grant (IL)

Innovative Bridge and Transition Grant (IL)

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Illinois Community College Board
Amount: US $50,000 - US $375,000
Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Summary

The Innovative Bridge and Transition Grant (IL) aims to enhance educational and employment pathways for individuals aged 16 and older. It supports innovative programs that improve transitions to postsecondary education and employment, fostering equity and diversity. Eligible applicants include educational organizations and community-based groups. With a funding ceiling of $375,000, this grant encourages collaborative efforts to serve underrepresented populations and individuals with disabilities, ultimately preparing them for high-skill, high-wage careers.

Overview

FY26 Innovative Bridge and Transition Allocation (Reopened at 5pm on October 6) The purpose of this grant is to create, support, or expand: innovative bridge programs and services; transition programs which improve student transitions to and through postsecondary education and into employment; programs that promote equity and diversity among those served; and/or programs and services that support individuals with disabilities. Funding Award Ceiling: $375000

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Eligible Applicant: Education Organizations - The ICCB is inviting eligible applicants listed below to submit proposals under this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). The eligible applicants are as follows:Institutions of higher education Community-based organizations Local education agencies Public or private nonprofit agencies Comprehensive rehabilitation facilities associated with a university or institutions of higher educationOther applicants of demonstrated effectiveness in serving the eligible service populationSuccessful applicants must be the provider of the direct services; however, applicants may subcontract for supportive services that enhance program services or reduce barriers for eligible participants.  Subcontracting is subject to ICCB approval.Beneficiary Eligibility: Target Population -  The intent of the grant is to serve individuals who are at least 16 years of age or older, and prepare:adults who are not enrolled in high school with limited academic or basic skills, underemployed or unemployed to enter and succeed in credit-bearing postsecondary education and training leading to employment in high skill, high wage, and in-demand occupations; and/oryouth who are in-school to transition into postsecondary education or training programs following graduation. Serving in-school youth is an allowable activity- only if the services to this population prepares them to enter into postsecondary education and training following graduation.