Grants for Colleges (all higher ed) in Illinois

As of June 2026, Grantoria lists 21 Grants for Colleges (all higher ed) in Illinois — 7 open right now, across 8 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $2M. The next application deadline is June 12, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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21total grants
7open now
8agencies
$1K–$2Mfunding range
Jun 12next deadline
OPEN 11 days left Hard to apply

AmeriCorps Formula Traditional

AmeriCorps State and National (ASN) Program improve lives, strengthens communities, and fosters civic engagement through service and volunteering. AmeriCorps State and National brings people together to…

🏛 Illinois Department of Human Services 📋 CFDA 94.006 ⏰ Jun 12, 2026 💰 $250,000 – $1,000,000
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OPEN 11 days left Hard to apply

AmeriCorps Formula Fixed

AmeriCorps State and National (ASN) Program improve lives, strengthens communities, and fosters civic engagement through service and volunteering. AmeriCorps State and National brings people together to…

🏛 Illinois Department of Human Services 📋 CFDA 94.006 ⏰ Jun 12, 2026 💰 $100,000 – $150,000
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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 28 days left Moderate to apply

Truants’ Alternative/Optional Ed

To serve students with attendance problems and/or dropouts up to and including those who are 21 years of age and provide truancy prevention and intervention services…

🏛 Illinois State Board of Education ⏰ Jun 29, 2026
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OPEN 44 days left Hard to apply

27-0343-10 FFY27 Local Agency General Non-Enforcement

FFY27 Local Agency Non-Enforcement- General Non-Enforcement Overview I. INTRODUCTION To help local communities reduce deaths and injuries on Illinois roadways, the Bureau of Safety Programs &…

🏛 Illinois Department of Transportation 📋 CFDA 20.600 ⏰ Jul 15, 2026
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OPEN Moderate to apply

Illinois Public Radio and Television

IAC grant funds enable the people of Illinois to have access to locally operated Public Radio and Television stations that provide unique services to their communities,…

🏛 Illinois Arts Council Agency ⏰ Aug 31, 2026 💰 $6,000 – $600,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many grants for colleges (all higher ed) in illinois are available?
Grantoria currently lists 21 grants for colleges (all higher ed) in illinois, of which 7 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 12, 2026 — about 11 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1K to $2M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse grants for colleges (all higher ed) in illinois, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.