Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity Grants

Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity funds grant programs in the United States. Browse current and recent funding opportunities below — each listing includes eligibility, funding amounts and deadlines. Grantoria aggregates them for free and updates them regularly.

As of June 2026, Grantoria lists 19 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity Grants — 11 open right now. Award amounts range $10K to $25M. The next application deadline is June 11, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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19total grants
11open now
1agency
$10K–$25Mfunding range
Jun 11next deadline
OPEN 10 days left Moderate to apply

Route 66 Grant Program

Providing grants to certified convention and visitors' bureaus for development of tourism, education, preservation and promotion of the 100th anniversary of Route 66. Enhancing the exposure…

🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity ⏰ Jun 11, 2026 💰 $20,000 – $500,000
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OPEN 14 days left Moderate to apply

International Tourism Grant Program

A grant program for certified local tourism and convention bureaus to develop, coordinate and promote international tourism marketing efforts. The intent of the program is to…

🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity ⏰ Jun 15, 2026 💰 $10,000 – $200,000
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OPEN 16 days left Moderate to apply

Marketing Partnership Program – Cook County

Tourism promotes Illinois as Travel Destination, both domestically and internationally, to increase awareness of Illinois as a travel destination. The Illinois Office of Tourism (IOT) manages…

🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity ⏰ Jun 17, 2026 💰 $10,000 – $100,000
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OPEN 16 days left Moderate to apply

Marketing Partnership Program – Balance of State

Tourism promotes Illinois as Travel Destination, both domestically and internationally, to increase awareness of Illinois as a travel destination. The Illinois Office of Tourism (IOT) manages…

🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity ⏰ Jun 17, 2026 💰 $10,000 – $100,000
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OPEN 25 days left Hard to apply

Community College MTA for Expansion and Renovation

The intent of this grant is to provide funding to a community college within Will County, Illinois for the renovation and expansion of existing facilities to…

🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity ⏰ Jun 26, 2026
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OPEN 29 days left Hard to apply

SBIR/STTR Match Program

The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) are competitive federal grant programs that provide funding opportunities for small businesses to perform…

🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity ⏰ Jun 30, 2026 💰 $1 – $250,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Community Development Block Grant Housing Rehabilitation Program

The program targets housing projects which preserve single-family, owner-occupied housing and encourage neighborhood revitalization. The funds are available to local governments to address housing needs of…

🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity 📋 CFDA 14.228 ⏰ Aug 27, 2026 💰 $300,000 – $800,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Community Development Block Grant Public Infrastructure Program

The program provides federal funding for a variety of community-based projects. Communities in non-metropolitan areas can apply for grant funding to improve public infrastructure and eliminate…

🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity 📋 CFDA 14.228 ⏰ Aug 27, 2026 💰 $300,000 – $1,500,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Business Attraction Prime Sites

Rebuild Illinois Prime Sites grants are available to businesses that are relocating or expanding operations in Illinois, will create and/or retain jobs, commit to a substantial…

🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity ⏰ Jun 30, 2027 💰 $250,000 – $25,000,000
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CLOSING SOON 🔥 Closing today Hard to apply

Illinois Regional Site Readiness Program

The Regional Site Readiness Program aims to better prepare sites for industrial development across the state. Input from community leaders and economic development experts has raised…

🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity ⏰ Jun 1, 2026
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Frequently asked questions

How many illinois department of commerce and economic opportunity grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 19 illinois department of commerce and economic opportunity grants, of which 11 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is June 11, 2026 — about 10 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for illinois department of commerce and economic opportunity grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but illinois department of commerce and economic opportunity grants in this category most often support: Public Authority, Small Business (SBA-defined), Nonprofits and City / Municipal Government. Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $10K to $25M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
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How do I apply?
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