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Grants of up to $1,500 to Illinois nonprofit and faith-based organizations, schools, and agencies in eligible counties for professional development programs, conferences, and training. Funding is intended to enable board and staff members to participate in programs targ

Grants of up to $50,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to strengthen communities. Funding is intended to support activities in the focus areas of art, justice, leadership, and media and storytelling. Requests will be accepted from applicants s

Grants of $2,000, grants of up to $4,000, and grants of up to $8,000 to Illinois libraries, schools, universities, and faith-based and nonprofit organizations for public humanities initiatives. Projects that address the issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion are enc

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for projects to benefit local communities in eligible locations. Areas of interest include education, children in need, seniors, social and human services, and wildlife. Funding requests will be considered based on the experien

Awards of $1,000 to Illinois libraries, library consortiums, non-library institutions, groups, and individuals to acknowledge superior librarianship. The award is intended to recognize and honor consistent contribution and service to the library over the years, service

Grants of up to $8,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for projects that advance social justice for marginalized communities. Funding priorities include healing, community organizing, and civic engagement in Asian American and Pacific Islander co

Grants to Illinois state government agencies for activities that prevent racial discrimination in traffic stops. Interested applicants are required to pre-register prior to applying. Funding is intended to support data collection and evaluation that enable the perusal a

Awards to Illinois public and private K-12 teachers, school staff, and community volunteers in recognition of exemplary service and outstanding accomplishments. Eligible educators are those who have made a positive contribution to their school district's culture and hav

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 LEAs, community organizations, tribes, and other public and private entities for educational programs that improve student success. Grants may be used to support a wide range of academic enrichment programs and services during non-school hours. Fundin

Grants of up to $15,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies to address community health needs in eligible counties. Eligible programs will focus on substance abuse, mental health, increased access to healthcare, and chronic disease. App

Grants of up to $20,000 to Illinois businesses in eligible locations to offset expenses incurred during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) health crisis. Industries most affected by pandemic-related closures will be given preference, including hospitality, retail and service, a