Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for programs that improve the quality of life in local communities. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for activities and projects that benefit t...

Grants to Illinois grocery stores to upgrade equipment. Applicants must complete the required registration before applying. Funding is intended to help stores located in food deserts to upgrade to energy-efficient equipment. The grant program promotes energy-efficient ...

Grants to Illinois community-based organizations, community colleges, nonprofit organizations, and local government agencies in eligible areas for workforce development for justice-involved residents. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several ...

Grants of up to $25,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations, farmers, producers, and food entrepreneurs for projects and activities that advance urban agriculture in eligible locations. The grants are small, one-time allocations awarded for short-term projects. Fundi...

Grants of up to $20,000 to Illinois residents for the purchase of a home in eligible locations. Applicants must attend an orientation session prior to applying. Funding is intended to reduce the loan amount, make the down payment, or cover the expenses of closing costs...

Grants to Illinois sports-based youth organizations in eligible areas for operating support. Youth sport programs encourage physical fitness, mentoring, and academic enrichment. Such benefits may prove particularly crucial for youth who face the risks and challenges of...

Grants of up to $50,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to benefit local residents. Areas of focus include housing, food, education, and the arts. Funding may be requested to support general operations, projects, and direct services. Proposals...

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations to benefit local communities in the funding source's service area. Some applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for programs and capital projects in the focus areas...

Grants of up to $25,000 to Illinois qualifying nonprofit organizations and government agencies for environmental assessments. Applicants must complete required registrations and pre-qualify prior to applying. Funding is intended for evaluations of properties to assess ...

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and libraries in eligible regions for food security programs. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting a proposal. The purpose of this program is to support food ...