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Explore 804 grant opportunities available in Illinois

Next ACRE Grant
$7,500
Compeer Financial
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 15, 2026

Date Added

Jan 19, 2026

This grant provides funding to middle and high school agriculture programs in rural communities to enhance hands-on learning through modern equipment and facility improvements.

Education
Independent school districts
Emergency First Responder Grant
$7,500
Compeer Financial
Private

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

Jan 19, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to rural volunteer fire, rescue, and ambulance departments for essential emergency response equipment and life-safety tools to enhance their capabilities and ensure responder safety.

Safety
Special district governments
Dark Sky Grant Program
$500
Village of Westmont Environmental Improvement Committee
Local

Application Deadline

Nov 1, 2026

Date Added

Jan 12, 2026

This program provides funding to residents and businesses in Westmont, Illinois, for home and property improvements that promote responsible lighting practices to reduce light pollution and enhance nighttime visibility.

Environment
Individuals
Ryan White Part B Lead Agents
$10,129,837
Illinois Department of Public Health
State

Application Deadline

Mar 12, 2026

Date Added

Jan 7, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Illinois that deliver essential medical and supportive services to individuals living with HIV/AIDS, particularly those from underserved communities.

Health
Nonprofits
Youth Behavioral Health Grants
Contact for amount
The St. Clare Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 6, 2026

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Southern Illinois that provide innovative and sustainable solutions to address the behavioral health needs of youth aged 5 to 18.

Health
Nonprofits
Manufacturing Training Academies
$6,000,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Dec 30, 2025

This program provides funding to downstate Illinois community colleges for establishing advanced manufacturing training facilities to support workforce development in high-demand sectors.

Workforce Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Illinois Regional Site Readiness Program
$5,000,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Mar 31, 2026

Date Added

Dec 24, 2025

The Regional Site Readiness Program is a grant aimed at providing flexible funding for planning, due diligence activities, and infrastructure improvements to prepare various sites across 10 Economic Development Regions for future industrial development.

Business and Commerce
City or township governments
FY26-1 Illinois Regional Site Readiness Program
$5,000,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State

Application Deadline

Mar 31, 2026

Date Added

Dec 23, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for local governments, organizations, and landowners in Illinois to improve infrastructure and prepare industrial sites for investment and job creation.

Community Development
City or township governments
Small Business Development Centers
$525,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 20, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that assist small businesses and entrepreneurs in underserved areas of Illinois, helping them access resources, improve operations, and foster growth and innovation.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Clean Energy Contractor Incubator
$2,500,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State

Application Deadline

Feb 16, 2026

Date Added

Dec 19, 2025

This program provides funding to community-based nonprofits and accredited colleges in Illinois to help develop clean energy contractors and support workforce growth in economically challenged areas.

Energy
Nonprofits
Pre-Development Fund
$100,000
The Chicago Community Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 12, 2026

Date Added

Nov 27, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for community-driven development projects in historically underinvested neighborhoods of Cook County, Illinois, to help enhance local economic growth and quality of life.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Site Improvements
$3,500,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State

Application Deadline

Jan 5, 2026

Date Added

Nov 22, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for park districts in larger municipalities to improve infrastructure and enhance community spaces in Urbana, Illinois.

Infrastructure
Special district governments
Job Training Economic Development Program
$750,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State

Application Deadline

Jan 16, 2026

Date Added

Nov 22, 2025

This program provides funding to organizations in Illinois to offer job training and support services for unemployed, underemployed, and underrepresented individuals, helping them gain skills for stable employment in high-demand industries.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
ETIP Strategic Sectors Single Company Grant
$10,000,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 16, 2025

This program provides financial support to Illinois-based companies in strategic sectors for job training initiatives that enhance employee skills and promote economic growth.

Workforce Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Pharmacy Support Grant
$30,000
Illinois Public Health
State

Application Deadline

Dec 19, 2025

Date Added

Nov 14, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Illinois pharmacies to enhance diabetes prevention and management programs, particularly for underserved communities, by improving services and training staff.

Health
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Workforce Upskilling for HVAC Supply Chain Manufacturers
$2,000,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State

Application Deadline

Jan 9, 2026

Date Added

Nov 11, 2025

This grant provides funding to support training programs for HVAC and plumbing supply chain manufacturers in St. Clair County, Illinois, aimed at enhancing workforce skills and job readiness.

Workforce Development
Exclusive - see details
FY24 CRISI Congressionally Directed - City of Belvidere
$1,666,279
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT - Federal Railroad Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 15, 2025

Date Added

Nov 7, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to the City of Belvidere, Illinois, for essential improvements to its rail infrastructure, enhancing safety and efficiency in freight and passenger rail services.

Transportation
City or township governments
Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)
$20,000,000
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (Illinois EPA)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 7, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for the installation of electric vehicle charging stations at publicly accessible locations across Illinois, prioritizing projects in underserved communities and areas lacking existing infrastructure.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Women’s Leadership Council Micro-Grant
$1,500
Southern Illinois University Foundation Women’s Leadership Council
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 6, 2025

This grant provides financial support for innovative, women-led projects at Southern Illinois University that empower women students, faculty, and staff, enhancing their learning experiences and campus engagement.

Women & Girl Services
Individuals
Energy Efficiency Assessment Program
$60,000
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (Illinois EPA)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 4, 2025

This program provides funding to Illinois public housing authorities, municipalities, counties, townships, and nonprofits to conduct energy assessments for residential properties that assist low-income residents, helping identify improvements to reduce energy consumption.

Energy
Nonprofits

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