Grants in Illinois

As of July 2026, Grantoria lists 244 Grants in Illinois — 66 open right now, across 34 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $1,000M. The next application deadline is July 20, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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244total grants
66open now
34agencies
$1K–$1,000Mfunding range
Jul 20next deadline
CLOSING SOON 3 days left Hard to apply

VAWA Culturally Specific Victim Services Program 2026

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) established the Services, Training, Officers, Prosecutors (STOP) Violence Against Women Formula Grant Program to support a coordinated, multidisciplinary response to…

🏛 Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority 📋 CFDA 16.588 ⏰ Jul 20, 2026 💰 $75,000 – $100,000
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CLOSING SOON 3 days left Hard to apply

HFS Social Health Care Network (SHCN) Program

HFS is implementing new provider types that will be delivered by non-profit community-based organizations (CBOs) that have limited infrastructure and capacity to contract and become Medicaid…

🏛 Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services ⏰ Jul 20, 2026 💰 $5,000,000 – $8,000,000
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CLOSING SOON 5 days left Moderate to apply

Family Run Organization (FRO) Operational Support Grants

The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), Bureau of Behavioral Health, is seeking approval to enter into a grant agreement with seven (7) Family…

🏛 Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services ⏰ Jul 22, 2026 💰 $242,847 – $730,000
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CLOSING SOON 5 days left Hard to apply

NOFO#3242-0526 NCHIP Live Scan Equipment

ICJIA has made available $1,699,455 in FFY23 National Criminal History Improvement Program (NCHIP) funding to support live scan fingerprinting equipment grants for Illinois justice system agencies.…

🏛 Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority 📋 CFDA 16.554 ⏰ Jul 22, 2026 💰 $10,000 – $75,000
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CLOSING SOON 6 days left Hard to apply

National Great Rivers Research and Education Center FY 2027

The amount of $2,000,000, or so much thereof as may be necessary, is appropriated from Illinois General Revenue Funds to the Environmental Protection Agency to provide…

🏛 Illinois Environmental Protection Agency ⏰ Jul 23, 2026 💰 up to $2,000,000
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OPEN 10 days left Hard to apply

2115-0626 Adult Redeploy Illinois (ARI) Implementation

The mission of ARI is to safely reduce prison use by building local systems that divert individuals from a prison sentence into more cost-effective programs that…

🏛 Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority ⏰ Jul 27, 2026 💰 $50,000 – $500,000
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OPEN 11 days left Easy to apply

FY 27 Senior Farmers Market

The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program provides vulnerable low-income adults age 60 and older $40 coupon booklets to purchase fresh fruits, fresh vegetables and honey at…

🏛 Illinois Department on Aging ⏰ Jul 28, 2026 💰 $7,000 – $11,000
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OPEN 11 days left Moderate to apply

FY27 Federal Senior Companion Program Grant State Match

The Federal Senior Companion Program (SCP) was authorized under the Domestic Volunteer Service Act in 1973. By 1974, 18 model Senior Companion projects were funded. Under…

🏛 Illinois Department on Aging ⏰ Jul 28, 2026 💰 $13,015 – $44,046
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OPEN 11 days left Moderate to apply

FY2027 Foster Grandparent Program

The purpose of the Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) is to provide limited income seniors who are 55 years of age and older the opportunity to serve…

🏛 Illinois Department on Aging ⏰ Jul 28, 2026 💰 $14,132 – $83,369
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OPEN 11 days left Easy to apply

FY27 APS Training/Supervision Assistance Grant

This grant is issued to support activities authorized under the Elder Justice Act Section 2042(b) of Title XX of the Social Security Act [Public Law 74-271]…

🏛 Illinois Department on Aging ⏰ Jul 28, 2026 💰 $9,500 – $242,000
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OPEN 11 days left Moderate to apply

FY2027 Retired and Senior Volunteer Program

The purpose of the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is to engage persons 55 years of age and older in volunteer service to meet critical…

🏛 Illinois Department on Aging ⏰ Jul 28, 2026 💰 $23,578 – $81,521
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OPEN 13 days left Hard to apply

Fiscal Year 2026 BioWatch Grant Program

The BioWatch program, managed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, is designed to detect aerosolized biological attacks by continuously monitoring the air for specific biological…

🏛 Department of Homeland Security - FEMA 📋 CFDA 97.091 ⏰ Jul 30, 2026 💰 $100,000 – $6,000,000
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OPEN 13 days left Moderate to apply

NDIGO

The sum of $250,000 is appropriated from the General Revenue Fund to the Illinois Student Assistance Commission for a grant to the NDIGO Foundation to fund…

🏛 ISAC ⏰ Jul 30, 2026
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Frequently asked questions

How many grants in illinois are available?
Grantoria currently lists 244 grants in illinois, of which 66 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 July 20, 2026 — about 3 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for grants in illinois?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but grants in illinois in this category most often support: Public Authority, Nonprofits, Public K-12 School and 501(c)(3) Public Charity. Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1K to $1,000M, 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 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.

About grants in Illinois

Illinois grants support environmental protection, public health, and community development initiatives across the state. With 244 active grants currently listed, funding flows primarily through agencies like the Environmental Protection Agency and Engineer Research and Development Center. These opportunities target nonprofits, state agencies, and public universities working to strengthen local communities and protect natural resources.

Illinois grants typically range from $38,000 to $1.0 million, with competitive applications representing 78% of opportunities. Common recipients include nonprofits and state government entities focused on environmental justice, biodiversity, and public health—particularly serving low-income and rural communities. Most grants support programs, research, and capital projects. Filtering by recipient type, industry focus, and demographic emphasis helps identify the best matches for your organization.