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392 Workforce Grants for Illinois

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Grants to USA Nursing Schools for Loan Funds for Students Studying to Become Nurse Faculty

Deadline 02/24/25

Grants to USA and territories nursing schools to expand the nursing workforce. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The purpose of this program is to expand the nation's capacity to train nurses by providing loans to th...

GrantWatch ID#: 162440

Cooperative Agreement to a USA Nonprofit, Agency, or IHE for Research Related to Mine Emergenc...

Deadline 02/24/25

Cooperative agreement to a USA or territories nonprofit organization, agency, or IHE for research related to mine emergencies. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for research that will promote the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 218345

Cooperative Agreement to a USA IHE, Nonprofit, or For-Profit to Develop a Training Curriculum ...

Deadline 02/24/25

Cooperative agreement to a USA IHE or nonprofit or for-profit organization to develop and deliver a training curriculum for correctional staff. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to develop a curri...

GrantWatch ID#: 218523

Internships to USA and Canada University and Medical Students to Participate in Pediatric Onco...

Deadline 02/25/25

Internships of up to $5,000 to USA and Canada university and medical students to participate in a mentored pediatric oncology research project during the summer. Eligible applicants are interested in pursuing a career in pediatric oncology research. A portion of fundin...

GrantWatch ID#: 194404

Grants to USA Agencies, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Educational Institutions for Commercial D...

Deadline 02/25/25

Grants to USA agencies, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and educational institutions for programs to reduce traffic accidents and fatalities through safety training for operators of commercial vehicles. Applicants are advised that required registrations may tak...

GrantWatch ID#: 201614

Fellowships to USA and Puerto Rico Biomedical and Biological Sciences Researchers at Eligible ...

Deadline 02/26/25

Fellowships to USA and Puerto Rico biomedical and biological sciences researchers at eligible IHEs to support their professional growth. Funding is intended to give postdoctoral scientists the support and professional development they need in order to become successful...

GrantWatch ID#: 212801

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, IHEs, and Tribal Organizations for Green Workforce Trainin...

Deadline 02/27/25

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, IHEs, and tribal organizations to increase training in disadvantaged communities for green workforce jobs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete.

GrantWatch ID#: 163749

Grants to USA and Canada Medical Researchers for Professional Development Opportunities in Lup...

Deadline 02/27/25

Grants to USA and Canada medical researchers for professional development opportunities related to the field of lupus studies. Funding is intended for travel expenses, salaries and benefits, manuscript submission, equipment and supplies, and technical personnel. The pu...

GrantWatch ID#: 186499

Grants to USA Organizations to Support Activities at National Parks Throughout the Country

Deadline 02/27/25

Grants to USA organizations to support activities at national parks throughout the country. Funding is intended to support short-term service projects for young people. Projects should address maintenance, recreation, and access for visitors with disabilities. Applican...

GrantWatch ID#: 208297

Fellowships to USA and Canada Entrepreneurs to Develop Ideas for High-Impact Environmental and...

Deadline 02/28/25

Fellowships to USA and Canada entrepreneurs to develop ideas for innovative, high-impact environmental or social ventures. The purpose of the fellowship is to build character and resilience in participants and to provide them with technical assistance from dedicated pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 163352

Awards and In-Kind Support to USA Organization Founders Ages 50 and Over to Recognize Positive...

Deadline 02/28/25

Awards of $75,000 and in-kind support to USA individual nonprofit founders ages 50 and older to recognize efforts to create a positive impact. The award is intended to acknowledge organizational leaders who use their life experiences to make a difference. Applicants mu...

GrantWatch ID#: 180642

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Wildlife Protection Projects

Deadline 02/28/25

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International researchers for wildlife and plant protection initiatives. Priority will be given to species facing a high risk of extinction, especially endangered and critically endangered species, as well as species with lim...

GrantWatch ID#: 186060

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Projects to Improve Eligible Communities

Deadline 02/28/25

Grants of up to $5,000, grants of up to $10,000, and grants of up to $30,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations for community projects in eligible locations. Some applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Eligible applicants ser...

GrantWatch ID#: 191257

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Art Students and Emerging Artists for Career Developm...

Deadline 02/28/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International art students and emerging artists to pursue career development and training opportunities. Funding is intended for individuals specializing in the areas of printmaking, sculpture, drawing, and painting. Eligible uses of funds in...

GrantWatch ID#: 198351
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Awards to USA, Canada, and International Journalists and Newsrooms to Recognize Outstanding Wo...

Deadline 02/28/25

Awards to USA, Canada, and International journalists and newsrooms to recognize outstanding work in data journalism. Entries may include but are not limited to the following topics: climate change or international conflicts. Awardees will receive a monetary prize, a ce...

GrantWatch ID#: 200429

Grants to USA Researchers at IHEs, Nonprofits, and Agencies for STEM-Based Research Studies an...

Deadline 02/28/25

Grants to USA researchers affiliated with IHEs, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies for studies related to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects. Funding is intended for programs and conferences designed to promote STEM education resea...

GrantWatch ID#: 204476

Grants to USA Educators to Purchase Classroom Equipment and Gain Knowledge of Career Paths in ...

Deadline 02/28/25

Grants to USA teachers, counselors, and educators to purchase classroom equipment, materials, and supplies. The purpose of the program is to provide students in grades 6-12 with knowledge about career opportunities in the TV and film entertainment industry. Eligible ap...

GrantWatch ID#: 211701

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Registered Charities to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline 02/28/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International registered charities in eligible countries for activities to benefit local communities. Eligible organizations align with one of the following areas of interest: the environment, health and wellbeing, homelessness, education, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 213545

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Developmental and Instructional Projec...

Deadline 02/28/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for developmental and instructional projects in engineering education. Funding is intended for programs that bring more women into the engineering profession, or programs that improve the communication sk...

GrantWatch ID#: 215883

Grants to Illinois Restaurants, Coffee Shops, and Bars in Eligible Locations to Address the Ne...

Deadline 02/28/25

Grants to Illinois restaurants and eligible coffee shops and bars in eligible locations to address the negative impacts of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) health crisis. Funding is intended to assist restaurants that face high unemployment insurance rates resulting from sta...

GrantWatch ID#: 216353

Grants to USA IHEs, Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies to Support Early-Career Researchers ...

Deadline 02/28/25

Grants to USA and territories IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and agencies to support early-career researchers studying specific topics. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support ...

GrantWatch ID#: 218296

Grants to USA Addiction Medicine Programs for Fellowships to Increase the Number of Certified ...

Deadline 02/28/25

Grants to USA and territories addiction medicine programs for fellowships to increase the number of certified specialists in this field. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to increase the number of...

GrantWatch ID#: 218488

Fellowship Opportunities for USA Individuals Interested or Working in the Field of Coastal Res...

Deadline 02/28/25

Fellowship opportunities for USA individuals involved in the field of coastal resilience to gain field experience and derive benefits from mentoring. Funding is intended for anyone with an interest in the field, with some level of experience, and currently in the early...

GrantWatch ID#: 218999
NEW

Awards to Illinois Artists for Outstanding Work in Contemporary Visual Art

Deadline 03/01/25

Awards to Illinois visual artists in eligible locations to recognize outstanding work in contemporary art. In addition to funding, successful awardees will receive networking opportunities, publicity on the funding source's website, and the opportunity to form connecti...

GrantWatch ID#: 153575

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline 03/01/25

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for community benefit programs. Project areas include education, arts learning, and vocational training. Funding is intended for programs that seek to improve conditions for underserved and low-income communities with a specia...

GrantWatch ID#: 176449

Grants to USA Nonprofits Working in Food Systems, Health Equity, and Environmental Stewardship...

Deadline 03/01/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for operational and project support. Funding is intended to support grassroots organizations that effect positive change in the focus areas of climate justice, healthy food access, pollution reduction, food production workers' heal...

GrantWatch ID#: 181507

Grants to USA Educators for Professional Development Activities

Deadline 03/01/25

Grants of up to $500 to USA educators for professional development materials and opportunities. Funding is intended for a wide range of expenses, including but not limited to those associated with in-services, conferences, and professional learning communities. Allowab...

GrantWatch ID#: 186493

Grants to USA Researchers for Studies in the Area of Real Estate Management

Deadline 03/01/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA researchers for studies in the area of real estate management. Funding is intended for individual researchers, academic institutions and associations, corporate partners, and workforce development partners. Eligible proposals are aligned ...

GrantWatch ID#: 210980

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Community Impact Programs in Eligible Regions

Deadline 03/02/25

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for community impact programs and projects in eligible regions. Funding may be used for initiatives addressing crimes against women, financial independence, and improving the well-being of families. Initiatives must benefit re...

GrantWatch ID#: 169203

Grants and Scholarships to USA, Canada, and International Sleep Scientists, Researchers, and T...

Deadline 03/02/25

Grants and scholarships to USA, Canada, and International sleep scientists, researchers, and undergraduate trainees for professional development. Funding is available to offset the cost of workshops, conference registrations, travel, and lodging. A separate grant is av...

GrantWatch ID#: 216121

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Artists for Professional Development

Deadline 03/03/25

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International artists for professional development. Fellows will be mentored by scholars, practitioners, visiting artists, and curators and will be matched with high school apprentices. The program will conclude with an exhibition for th...

GrantWatch ID#: 201236

Grants to USA Scientists and Engineers for Research Studies and Career Development

Deadline 03/03/25

Grants to USA engineers and scientists at IHEs for research support and professional development. Funding is intended to assist scholars at the associate professor rank (or equivalent) in significantly improving and advancing their research program and career path. Res...

GrantWatch ID#: 204477

Grants to USA Newsrooms and Individuals to Report on Racial Inequities in the Criminal Justice...

Deadline 03/03/25

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA individuals and newsrooms for reports related to racial disparities in the nation's criminal justice system. Funding is intended to assist organizations and journalists with reporting on judicial, law enforcement, prosecutorial, and incar...

GrantWatch ID#: 213602

Scholarships to USA, Canada, and International Master's or Doctoral Students for Studies in So...

Deadline 03/03/25

Scholarships to USA, Canada, and International Master's or Doctoral students for studies in solid waste management. Funding is intended to provide a stipend to cover the student's expenses until graduation. During the scholarship period, students continue their projec...

GrantWatch ID#: 217729

Grants to Illinois, Michigan, and Tennessee Nonprofits for Projects to Benefit Local Communiti...

Deadline 03/04/25

Grants to Illinois, Michigan, and Tennessee nonprofit organizations for projects to benefit local communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for initiatives in the following focus areas: strong families, financial well-being, and economic opportunities. Eli...

GrantWatch ID#: 179028

Scholarships to USA Active Duty Service Members and Their Dependents for Higher Education and ...

Deadline 03/04/25

Scholarships to USA active duty service members and their dependents for higher education and vocational programs. Scholarships must be used for undergraduate studies or vocational-technical or certificate studies only. Scholarship recipients are selected based on comm...

GrantWatch ID#: 201329

Grants to USA Musicians to Support Musical Performances and Tours

Deadline 03/05/25

Grants to USA and territories musicians to support performances and tours in a specified music genre. Funding is intended to assist both new and established musicians, solo artists, and musicians who play in an ensemble. The purpose of the program is to advance the car...

GrantWatch ID#: 186117

Grants to USA Parks and Recreation Agencies and Nonprofits for Professional Training for Older...

Deadline 03/05/25 Conference Date: 02/26/25

Grants to USA parks and recreation agencies and nonprofit organizations for professional training for recreational programs for older adults. The purpose of the program is to enhance the accessibility of outdoor recreational spaces and the health of older residents.

GrantWatch ID#: 206431
NEW

Grants to USA Tribes for Occupational Rehabilitation Activities for Individuals with Disabilit...

Deadline 03/06/25

Grants to USA tribal governments and organizations for occupational rehabilitation activities for individuals with disabilities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support services that prepare ...

GrantWatch ID#: 169565

Opportunity for USA Young Adults to Gain Work Experience in Environmental Stewardship

Deadline 03/06/25 Conference Date: 02/27/25

Opportunity for USA young adults to gain work experience in the field of environmental stewardship. The program provides training, networking, and support by host organizations and agencies. Successful applicants will be able to engage in a range of activities related ...

GrantWatch ID#: 187717

Award to a USA Individual to Recognize Contributions to the Workers' Rights Movement

Deadline 03/06/25

Award of $20,000 to a USA individual to recognize contributions to the workers' rights movement. The award is intended to bring public recognition to the unsung heroes of the movement, including workplace leaders, members, and volunteers. The purpose of the award stipe...

GrantWatch ID#: 212818

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline 03/07/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations and government agencies, including libraries, school districts, and park districts, for projects that benefit residents in eligible locations. New applicants must attend a grant workshop prior to applying. Fun...

GrantWatch ID#: 151988

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Local Residents in Eligible Locations

Deadline 03/07/25

Grants of up to $5,000 and grants of up to $25,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations for programs that enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and activities in the focus areas of youth education, environment,...

GrantWatch ID#: 168578

Cooperative Agreements to USA IHEs and Research Institutions for Training Programs Related to ...

Deadline 03/07/25

Cooperative agreements to USA and territories IHEs and research institutions for training programs related to educational research. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The specific purpose of IES-supported training pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 197413

Grants to USA Faculty at Nonprofit Institutions for Research and Education Related to Petroleum

Deadline 03/07/25

Grants to USA early-career faculty members at nonprofit academic institutions for research related to petroleum. New applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Eligible applicants are scientists and engineers who are within the first three years...

GrantWatch ID#: 198584
NEW

Grants to USA Charter and Public High Schools in Multiple States for Engineering Courses

Deadline 03/07/25

Grants to USA charter and public high schools in multiple states for engineering courses in eligible counties. Priority will be given to schools with a high-need student population. Funding is intended for technology, equipment, and teacher training. Eligible schools m...

GrantWatch ID#: 211562

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Educational Enrichment Programs that Benefit Middle School Studen...

Deadline 03/07/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for educational enrichment programs that benefit middle school students, particularly in underserved populations. Funding is intended for out-of-school activities, including after-school and summer learning programs, that help prep...

GrantWatch ID#: 212265

Grants to Illinois and Missouri Nonprofits for Operating Support for Programs to Advance Civic...

Deadline 03/07/25

Grants of up to $20,000 to Illinois and Missouri nonprofit organizations for operating support for programs to advance civic engagement, policy change, and advocacy efforts in eligible regions. Funding may be used for any organizational needs, including salaries, techn...

GrantWatch ID#: 212279

Grants to USA Public and Charter Schools in Multiple States for STEM Courses at the Middle Sch...

Deadline 03/07/25

Grants to California, Colorado, Illinois, Louisiana, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, and Washington public and charter schools in eligible counties for STEM courses at the middle school level. Funding is intended to offset costs such as teacher traini...

GrantWatch ID#: 216382

Grants to USA Charter and Public High Schools in Multiple States for Computer Science Courses

Deadline 03/07/25

Grants to USA charter and public high schools in multiple states for computer science courses in eligible counties. Priority will be given to schools with a high-need student population. Funding is intended for technology, equipment, and teacher training. Eligible scho...

GrantWatch ID#: 216472
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