Grants for Colleges (all higher ed) in Illinois

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 30 Grants for Colleges (all higher ed) in Illinois — 5 open right now, across 11 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $30M. The next application deadline is October 30, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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30total grants
5open now
11agencies
$1K–$30Mfunding range
Oct 30next deadline
OPEN 11 days left Hard to apply

Illinois Clean Jobs Workforce Network Program

The Illinois Clean Jobs Workforce Network Program will identify a network of at least 14 Illinois Clean Jobs Program delivery hub sites (“Workforce Hubs”) throughout the…

🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity ⏰ Oct 30, 2026
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OPEN 11 days left Moderate to apply

FY27 Nurse Educator Fellowship Program

The purpose of the Nurse Educator Fellowship Program is to ensure the retention of well-qualified nursing faculty at institutions of higher learning that award degrees in…

🏛 BHE ⏰ Oct 30, 2026 💰 $10,000 – $25,000
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OPEN 42 days left Moderate to apply

FY24 National Earthquake Hazard Reduction Program (NEHRP)

The purpose of this funding is to support the earthquake mitigation efforts of States and Territories with High to Very High seismic risk as determined by…

🏛 Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security 📋 CFDA 97.082 ⏰ Nov 30, 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, 2027 💰 $6,000 – $600,000
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Grants in Illinois by focus area

Environment (89) Community Development (70) Public Health (51) Environmental Justice (48) Workforce Development (46) Education (42) Wildlife Conservation (39) Economic Development (37) Emergency Preparedness (31) Healthcare (30) Land Conservation (27) Aging Services / Geriatrics (24)

Grants in Illinois by applicant

Public Authority (196) Nonprofits (188) Public K-12 School (135) 501(c)(3) Public Charity (105) County Government (81) City / Municipal Government (77) Small Business (SBA-defined) (70) State Government (61) Low-income (52) Public University (47) Community Health Center (32) Colleges (all higher ed) (30)

Frequently asked questions

How many grants for colleges (all higher ed) in illinois are available?
Grantoria currently lists 30 grants for colleges (all higher ed) in illinois, of which 5 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 October 30, 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 $30M, 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.

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