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Grants of up to $20,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations, for-profits, government entities, school districts, and faith-based organizations in eligible areas for innovative programs that address community needs. Funding is intended to support programs that focus on p

Grants to Illinois institutions of higher education collaborating with LEAs to design, plan, and implement teacher residency programs. Funding is intended for programs that address teacher shortages, specifically in districts with a low-income or minority population. Th

Grants of up to $10,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations for community development activities that enhance the quality of life for low- to moderate-income residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities including social services, housing programs, i

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations and governmental agencies in eligible areas for events and programs that encourage local tourism and attract visitors. First-time applicants must attend an information workshop prior to applying. Funding is intended to attract

Grants of up to $80,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to benefit medically underserved populations. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. Applicants seeking multi-year support must contact program staff prior t

Grants of up to $40,000 to Illinois public school districts, vocational centers, and schools to develop or expand foreign language and arts learning opportunities. Funding is intended to support the creation and improvement of creative, curriculum-based arts education o

Grants to Illinois childcare centers to alleviate the adverse financial impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. Funding is intended to support the economic health of childcare providers as the economy reopens in the wake of the pandemic. Grants will cover expenses

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations and groups for initiatives to benefit the local community in eligible locations. Funding may be requested to address emergency or critical needs, as seed money for new organizations, and to fund events that create positive comm

Grants to Illinois residents in eligible locations for rent and utilities support during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) health crisis. Funding is intended to assist income-eligible households that have been negatively impacted by the pandemic and are struggling to make rent

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and for-profit businesses to increase tourism in the wake of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Funding is intended to support the improvement and development of attractions, events, and festivals throug

Grants of $1,500 and a grant of $2,000 to Illinois teachers and administrators at public and private K-12 schools in the funding source's service district for innovative programs that enhance learning. Funding is available for eligible school districts in the counties o

Grants of up to $2,500 to Illinois nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible areas for arts programming that benefits local residents. Funding is intended for arts and cultural activities that serve local communities and highlight the area's diverse ar