Grants in Illinois

As of September 2026, Grantoria lists 281 Grants in Illinois — 50 open right now, across 37 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $1,000M. The next application deadline is September 8, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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281total grants
50open now
37agencies
$1K–$1,000Mfunding range
Sep 8next deadline
OPEN 26 days left Moderate to apply

Efficient and Resilient Public Building Grant

Illinois EPA Office of Energy is offering funding for energy efficiency projects at public buildings providing local government services. Eligible applicants include municipalities, counties, and other…

🏛 Illinois Environmental Protection Agency 📋 CFDA 81.041 ⏰ Sep 30, 2026 💰 $50,000 – $200,000
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OPEN 26 days left Moderate to apply

FY27 480-50-3707 Head Start

The Head Start State Collaboration Office (HSCO) is a federal-state partnership funded by the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) Office of Head Start as the…

🏛 Illinois Department of Early Childhood 📋 CFDA 93.600 ⏰ Sep 30, 2026
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OPEN 26 days left Moderate to apply

FY27 480-40-3723 Family Health Technical Assistance

The Family Health Technical Assistance program provides training, technical assistance and coaching to evidence-based home visitation and doula program staff on home visiting and doula best…

🏛 Illinois Department of Early Childhood ⏰ Sep 30, 2026
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OPEN 26 days left Hard to apply

FY27 480-40-3713 Maternal Child Home Visiting

MCHV provides enhanced home visiting services to support pregnant people and parents with young children ages 0-5 who live in communities that face greater risks and…

🏛 Illinois Department of Early Childhood ⏰ Sep 30, 2026
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FY27 480-40-3710 IDEC Home Visiting

The IDEC Home Visiting Program supports pregnant people and parents with young children ages 0-5 who live in Illinois communities that face greater risks and barriers…

🏛 Illinois Department of Early Childhood 📋 CFDA 93.870 ⏰ Sep 30, 2026
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Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park

Quantum Works is a grant opportunity administered by the Illinois Capital Development Board. Individual awards range from $0 to $136,900,000. Illinois Catalog of State Financial Assistance…

🏛 Illinois Capital Development Board ⏰ Sep 30, 2026 💰 up to $136,900,000
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FY22 Emergency Operations Center (EOC)

The fiscal year (FY) 2022 Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Grant Program is intended to improve emergency management and preparedness capabilities by supporting flexible, sustainable, secure, strategically…

🏛 Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security 📋 CFDA 97.052 ⏰ Oct 1, 2026 💰 up to $2,000,000
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OPEN 27 days left Moderate to apply

Illinois Racing Board Charity Fund Program

For over 30 years, the Illinois Racing Board Charity Fund Program has provided more than $24 million for medical, dental, family, counseling, and other wellness services…

🏛 IRB ⏰ Oct 1, 2026 💰 up to $833,000
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2027 Illinois Racing Board Charity Fund Program

For over 30 years, the Illinois Racing Board Charity Fund Program has provided more than $24 million for medical, dental, family, counseling, and other wellness services…

🏛 IRB ⏰ Oct 1, 2026 💰 up to $833,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many grants in illinois are available?
Grantoria currently lists 281 grants in illinois, of which 50 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 September 8, 2026 — about 4 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 281 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.