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Grants to Michigan and Illinois nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of the arts, financial education, youth empowerment, entrepreneurship, and stable housing. The progra

Grants to Illinois small businesses or those owned by underserved individuals for capital improvement projects. Applicants must complete the pre-qualification process before applying. Funding is intended to help companies achieve sustainable growth, improve efficiency,

Grant to an Illinois nonprofit agency to provide services to survivors of gender-based assault. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations in advance of the application deadline. Funding is intended to ensure that individuals have access to appropriate cr

Award to an Illinois individual in eligible locations to honor outstanding service to the community. Nominees are invited on behalf of individuals that exemplify outstanding and inspiring leadership and the joy of helping others. Eligible individuals have served and nur

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations and public schools in eligible locations to enable youth to participate in the sport of golf. Funding is intended for golf lessons, green fees, golf equipment, and other related expenses. Applicants must demonstrate how their p

Grants of $10,000 to Illinois artists to support their professional development. The funding is intended for established artists to invest in their artistic endeavors. Artists may be those working in digital media, film/video, literature, music, photography, theater, v

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions to provide outpatient mental health services to eligible low-risk defendants. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations in advance of the application deadline.

Grants to Illinois nonprofit and for-profit organizations for services to incarcerated individuals with mental health disorders to improve their reentry success rates. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations in advance of the application deadline. Fund

Grants to Illinois nonprofit agencies to provide services to victims of domestic violence. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations in advance of the application deadline. Funding is intended for programs that will provide shelter, counseling, resources

Grants of $20,000 and in-kind assistance to Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, and New York City entrepreneurs in eligible locations to support work in art, music, and culture. Funding is intended to honor emerging creative businesses. In addition to a cash grant, grantees wi

Grants of up to $10,000 for Illinois rural and small fire departments for projects that help to improve firefighting capabilities. Funding is intended to assist fire departments in combatting fires. Previous grants supported radios, hoses, SCBA, turn-out gear, wildland

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for programs to reduce firearm violence in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs that include elements of street outreach, victim services, and case management for both victims and would-be offenders. All program