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Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations to serve service members, veterans, and military families. Interested applicants must submit a preliminary application prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to support programs in the areas of behavioral heal

Grants to Missouri and Illinois organizations in eligible locations to improve the quality of life for children and families. Funding is intended for organizations that invest in systemic change to address gaps that inhibit positive outcomes for residents. Organizations

Grants of up to $3,000 to Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin high schools in the funding source's service area for agricultural education programs and classroom equipment in local secondary schools. Funding is intended to provide students with modern resources that will

Grants of up to $10,000 to Illinois fire agencies to support and improve fire protection in small communities. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to submitting an application. Grant funds may be used for PPE, training, equipment, and materials. Eligib

Grants of up to $500 to Illinois and Missouri teachers for innovative and creative teaching methods that will enhance PreK-12 classroom curricula and benefit students in eligible regions. Grants will be awarded in the following categories: science and technology, arts a

Grants of up to $2,600 to Illinois and Iowa nonprofit organizations, government agencies, colleges, and universities for activities to educate residents and conduct research on environment related issues. Funding is intended to support projects that address problems rel

Grant to an Illinois nonprofit, IHE, agency, or LEA to provide support, technical assistance, and training to LEAs to provide suitable services for children with disabilities. Funding is intended to assist school and home teams to appropriately handle behavioral issues

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, government agencies, universities, and producer organizations to improve the market competitiveness of the agricultural industry. The purpose of the grant program is to promote access to produce that is grown locally and to su

Grants to Illinois individuals in eligible locations to prevent homelessness. Funding is intended to provide assistance to low-income individuals and families who are at risk of becoming homeless due to an emergency, loss of income, or eviction. Eligible applicants live

Grants of up to $2,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations and individuals or teams affiliated with nonprofit organizations in eligible regions to develop organizational capacity. The purpose of the funding is to enhance the capabilities, skills, and knowledge within th

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations that serve senior citizens for capacity building initiatives. Funding is intended for activities such as consulting and training that provide long-lasting improvement in the management, organizational capacity, and governance o

Grants to Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations and individuals to improve personal and financial well-being. Funding may be used for a range of purposes, including support to needy families, scholarships for higher education, and assistance to individu