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167 Community and Economic Development Grants for Illinois

Grants to encourage community economic development, support construction, non-construction, technical assistance, new ideas and creative approaches to advance economic prosperity in distressed communities.

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Grants to USA Nonprofits and Governmental Units for Programs to Advance Social Progress in Mul...

Deadline 10/31/24

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and governmental units for programs to advance social progress in multiple states. Funding is intended for projects, equipment, and capital campaigns focused on community development, food insecurity, and education. Eligible states...

GrantWatch ID#: 213938

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Programs in Education, Youth, Familie...

Deadline 11/01/24 LOI Date: 09/01/24

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools in eligible counties for programs in education, youth, families, mental health, and capacity building. Applicants must consult with program staff prior to applying. Applicants must be located ...

GrantWatch ID#: 178310

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies in Multiple States to Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline 11/01/24

Grants of up to $50,000 to Iowa, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, and Oregon nonprofit organizations and government agencies for projects to benefit residents in eligible communities. Projects must improve the physical, educational, civic, social...

GrantWatch ID#: 206756

Grants to USA IHEs for Research to Enhance Organic Crop and Livestock Production

Deadline 03/06/25

Grants to USA universities and colleges for integrated research in identified priority areas in the organic agriculture industry. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Collaborative projects are encouraged. Projects may...

GrantWatch ID#: 182886

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Programs Benefiting Underserved Youth

Deadline 03/15/25

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit underserved youth in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support services and programs that assist at-risk, neglected, and abused children, youth, and families. Funded activities must serve res...

GrantWatch ID#: 143546

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs for Economic Development Programs

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, IHEs, tribes, and district organizations for economic development programs. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. EDA provides investments that support a wide range of nonconstruct...

GrantWatch ID#: 146555
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Grants to Illinois Businesses, Organizations, and Individuals in Eligible Areas for Public Eve...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to Illinois businesses, organizations, and individuals in eligible areas for events that encourage visitors and provide economic opportunities for local businesses. Applicants must meet with the funder prior to submitting an application. The event or some part o...

GrantWatch ID#: 148969
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Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Programs to Benefit Residents in Local Communi...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states to benefit communities where the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended for programs and activities in the areas of education, health and human services, arts and culture, environment, and co...

GrantWatch ID#: 149338
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Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs in Culture, Arts, Environment, and Technology

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for initiatives in the areas of culture, arts, environment, and technology. Within each of these areas, the Foundation places a special emphasis on education. While consideration may be given to proposals in other areas, the Founda...

GrantWatch ID#: 160389

Grants and Sponsorships to USA Nonprofits to Benefit Eligible Communities in the Areas of Eco...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants and sponsorships to USA nonprofit organizations, including governmental organizations, schools, IHEs, hospitals, and faith-based organizations to benefit eligible communities. Funding is intended for proposals in the areas of economic development and early child...

GrantWatch ID#: 161489

Grants to USA Organizations for Education, Civic Engagement, and Entrepreneurship Programs

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and territories organizations for education and community development activities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs in the areas of education, civic enhancement, and entrepreneurship. Proposals must support activities taking place in th...

GrantWatch ID#: 161824

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Local Residents, Especially for Economically ...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $15,000 to USA nonprofits in communities in which the funding source does business to improve the quality of life for local residents, especially for economically disadvantaged populations. Funding is intended for programs that encourage job creation an...

GrantWatch ID#: 158578

Grants to USA, India, and South Africa Nonprofit and For-Profit Social Enterprises to Benefit ...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, India, and South Africa nonprofit and for-profit social enterprises for initiatives to benefit children and families living in urban poverty. Areas of focus include education, health, and family economic stability. Funding is intended for proposals that ...

GrantWatch ID#: 162173

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Economic, Environmental, and Social Justice Programs

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for community programs and initiatives that promote environmental, economic, and social justice. Grants may be used for projects, general support, and collaborative efforts, as well as to build capacity for organizations working in...

GrantWatch ID#: 162470
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Address Social Issues in Underserved Co...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $75,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and non-governmental organizations to address urgent social issues. Applicants must complete an eligibility quiz and submit a preliminary application prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is int...

GrantWatch ID#: 162819
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Grants to USA Nonprofits and IHEs for Research Projects that Foster Financial Well-Being

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and state and public colleges and universities for research to help individuals gain necessary tools, knowledge, and skills regarding financial issues. The funding is intended for research geared to ensuring that individuals and fa...

GrantWatch ID#: 163638

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Society

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs and projects to benefit society. Funding is intended for initiatives in the following focus areas: education, literacy, democracy, civil liberties, environment, Jewish Community, and reproductive health and rights. Som...

GrantWatch ID#: 164373
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Projects to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to benefit youth and communities where the funding source has a business presence. Focus areas include resilient communities, protected planet, indigenous reconciliation, and future-ready youth. Funding i...

GrantWatch ID#: 165145

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits, Schools, Churches, and Agencies for Urgent or Special Funding N...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations, schools, churches, and government agencies for short-term or emergency needs. Eligible areas of funding include capacity building, food insecurity, arts, community development, animal welfare, and education. F...

GrantWatch ID#: 165666

Grants to Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, and Educational Ins...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and educational institutions in eligible counties for economic development feasibility studies. Projects must take place in rural areas where the funding ...

GrantWatch ID#: 165748

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life for Residents in Eligible Regions

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life for local residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to respond to important community needs and effect change for local residents. Eligible programs and projects are those that benefit t...

GrantWatch ID#: 165768

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations to benefit communities where the funding source has a business presence. First-time applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Focus areas include arts and culture, workforce, environm...

GrantWatch ID#: 166864

In-Kind Donations of Equipment and Training to USA Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Crea...

Deadline Ongoing

In-kind donations of fruit trees, equipment, volunteer workers, and training to USA nonprofit organizations, public schools, and government entities to create orchards in communal and public places. Funding is intended to improve the surrounding environment and provide...

GrantWatch ID#: 169156

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Projects to Benefit Residents of Eligible Communities

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit residents of eligible communities. Certain applicants must submit a pre-application prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended for activities that fall into the focus areas of community ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173253

Grants and Loans to USA Nonprofits and Agencies to Develop Community Facilities in Rural Regio...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants and loans to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and Tribes located in rural areas to support the development of community facilities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several days to complete. Eligible uses o...

GrantWatch ID#: 174366
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In-Kind Grants of Networking Equipment to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits

Deadline Ongoing

In-kind grants of technology equipment valued at up to $50,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to help increase their productivity, cost-efficiency, and scalability. Applicants must complete an eligibility quiz prior to applying. The grant is ...

GrantWatch ID#: 175303

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States to Improve the Local Quality of Life

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations in eligible regions to improve the local quality of life. Priority will be given to proposals with a focus on community and economic development, community se...

GrantWatch ID#: 175828

Grants to USA and Ontario Nonprofits, Agencies, and Educational Organizations for Environme...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and Ontario nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational organizations for environmental stewardship projects. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to support practical ways to simultaneou...

GrantWatch ID#: 178850

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, NGOs, and Individu...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International private, public, nonprofit, and for-profit organizations, government agencies, IHEs, faith-based organizations, NGOs, and individuals to improve the lives of people living in poverty. Applicants are advised that required registr...

GrantWatch ID#: 181034
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Opportunity for USA Family Members of Eligible Military Veterans to Participate in an Entrepre...

Deadline Ongoing

Opportunity for USA family members of eligible military veterans to participate in an intensive entrepreneurship education and training program. The program provides self-employment training and mentoring for individuals seeking to start a business. The program, includ...

GrantWatch ID#: 181924

Sponsorships to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Events, Programs, and Services to Benefi...

Deadline Ongoing

Sponsorships to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for events, programs, and services to benefit residents in the communities where the funding source does business. Special consideration will be given to projects that have a broad reach. Applicants must be...

GrantWatch ID#: 182121

Grants to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, IHEs, and Individuals for Economic Developmen...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, for-profits, tribal and government units, IHEs, and individuals for technical assistance and research projects that promote economic development in distressed regions. Applicants must submit a concept proposal prio...

GrantWatch ID#: 184088

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States to Benefit the Community

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofits in multiple states for activities to benefit local communities in which the funding source has a business presence. Organizations located in select counties in Colorado, Illinois, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, South Dakota, Wyoming, and Texas are eli...

GrantWatch ID#: 187452

Grants and Loans to Illinois Businesses and Property Owners for Community and Economic Devel...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants and loans to Illinois businesses and property owners in eligible areas for community and economic development projects. Some applicants are required to meet with program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to help attract new businesses...

GrantWatch ID#: 187791

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Address Community Needs in Eligible Counties

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and tribes to address community needs in eligible counties. Funding is primarily intended to support activities in the areas of financial health, small business development, sustainability, and afford...

GrantWatch ID#: 188375

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits in Eligible Areas to Support Community-Related Research Projects

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for research support. Funding is intended for organizations that are working to solve existing needs by developing long-term, well-designed strategies for their communities. Preference will be...

GrantWatch ID#: 190142

Grants to USA Service Workers in Multiple States to Advocate for Better Work Conditions

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,200 to USA service workers in multiple states to advocate for better work conditions. Applicants in the following states are eligible to apply: Arizona, West Virginia, New Hampshire, Maine, New York, Washington, DC, Michigan, and Illinois. The purpos...

GrantWatch ID#: 192895

Grants to Illinois Businesses, Nonprofits, and Agencies to Improve Internet Connectivity

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to businesses, political subdivisions, nonprofit organizations, and associations to expand internet connectivity in unserved or underserved areas. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to submitting an application. The goal o...

GrantWatch ID#: 192930

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA Individuals to Relocate to and Work Remotely in Oklahoma

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of $10,000 and in-kind support to USA individuals to relocate to and work remotely in Oklahoma. Grantees will receive office space, support in finding housing, and community development opportunities. The goal of the program is to bring professionals from variou...

GrantWatch ID#: 193439

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International Groups, Nonprofits, and Individua...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,000 and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International organizations, nonprofit organizations, and individuals for grassroots community projects. Funding is intended for a broad range of initiatives that improve the quality of life for people worl...

GrantWatch ID#: 193801

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA Black Female Business Owners to Foster Business Growth

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of $20,000 and in-kind support to USA Black female small business owners to foster the growth of their businesses. In addition to the cash grant, selected grantees will be provided with digital tools and mentorship to advance their online presence and bolster th...

GrantWatch ID#: 196317

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Capacity-Building Efforts

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $15,000 to Illinois Black or Latinx-led nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for capacity-building efforts. Funding is intended to strengthen the ability of nonprofits to engage with local communities, increase opportunities, and enhance invest...

GrantWatch ID#: 196859

Grants to USA, Caribbean, and Central America Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Underserved P...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Caribbean, and Central America nonprofit organizations for activities to benefit underserved people and the environment. Interested applicants must contact staff and submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is intended to support programs and...

GrantWatch ID#: 196991

Grants to USA Agencies and Tribal Governments for COVID-19 Recovery Efforts

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and territories government agencies and Tribal governments for Coronavirus (COVID-19) recovery efforts. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Grant funds may be used for both direct and indirect costs. The ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197206

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Schools, and School Districts in Multiple States to Help Community M...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, and school districts in the funding source's service area for programs addressing economic and community development, education and workforce readiness, and financial wellness. Funding is intended to help families, indivi...

GrantWatch ID#: 197231

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits to Promote Opportunities for Black Youth and Young Adul...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations to promote economic opportunities for Black youth and young adults. Funding is intended for capacity-building efforts and program support. Applicants should provide mentorship and professional coaching, skills training, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 198004

In-Kind Grants of Seeds to USA Nonprofits, Seed Libraries, Community Gardens, Schools, Educati...

Deadline Ongoing

In-kind grants of seeds to USA nonprofit organizations, seed libraries, community gardens, schools, and community and educational groups. Assistance is also available for farmers and gardeners whose farms and gardens have been impacted by natural disasters. Grants are ...

GrantWatch ID#: 199148

Grants to Illinois Individuals in Eligible Areas for Collaborative Community Improvement Proj...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $1,200 to Illinois individuals in eligible locations for collaborative community improvement projects. Funding is intended for resident-led activities that enhance local neighborhoods and connect people. Project proposals can be innovative and creative ...

GrantWatch ID#: 202606

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes to Improve Disaster Preparedness and Recovery

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribal governments to improve disaster preparedness and recovery. The purpose of the program is to make enhancements that will ensure the accessibility of safe drinking water in the event of a natural disa...

GrantWatch ID#: 203755

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Projects to Improve Infrastructure

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribal governments for projects to improve infrastructure. Funding may be used for technical assistance, feasibility studies, and preliminary design and engineering analysis. The purpose of the program is ...

GrantWatch ID#: 203761
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