497 Illinois Community Service Grants

497 Community Services Grants for Illinois

Discover grants that support community services and programs that benefit the public. Funding is available for outreach efforts, volunteer programs, social services, civic engagement, and initiatives that address community needs, strengthen local support systems, and improve quality of life for residents.

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Grants to USA Local Governments for Activities to Improve the Criminal Justice System

Deadline: 04/21/26

Grants to USA local government units for activities to improve the criminal justice system. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support programs in areas that include community corrections p...

GrantWatch ID#: 172802
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, Educational Institutions, and Qualifying Municipalities in Multiple ...

Deadline: 04/24/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, qualifying municipalities, and educational institutions in multiple states for programs that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the areas of safety, community building, and envi...

GrantWatch ID#: 180329
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Grants to USA Qualifying Nonprofits in Eligible States and Regions for General Organizational ...

Deadline: 04/24/26

Grants to USA qualifying nonprofit organizations in multiple states served by the funding source for general operating support. Nonprofits in eligible regions in California, Massachusetts, Illinois, Connecticut, Texas, New York, Pennsylvania, Florida, and Washingt...

GrantWatch ID#: 182854
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Grant to a USA Nonprofit for Training for Parents of Children with Disabilities

Deadline: 04/24/26

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GrantWatch ID#: 228568
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Grants to USA Nonprofit Organizations to Advance Immigrant Welfare

Deadline: 04/26/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA nonprofit organizations that assist immigrants and specifically address immigrant related issues. Priority is given to organizations that create innovative solutions for victims of human trafficking, domestic violence, and unaccompan...

GrantWatch ID#: 157409
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Grants to Illinois Individuals, Artists, Nonprofits, and Event Producers for Arts Programming ...

Deadline: 04/27/26

Grants to Illinois individuals, artists, nonprofit organizations, and event producers for a range of arts initiatives that benefit local residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to provide publicly accessible arts programming. Projects must be exhibite...

GrantWatch ID#: 177570
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs for Projects to Improve Mental Health

Deadline: 04/27/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and academic institutions for programs that use physical activity to improve mental health. Funding is intended to support projects that engage participants in structured activities, demo...

GrantWatch ID#: 216253

Grants and In-Kind Services to USA IHEs to Assist Students in the Development of Technological...

Deadline: 04/28/26

Grants and in-kind services to USA and territories colleges and universities to assist students in the development of technological innovations with market potential. Funding is intended to support engineering or science-based innovations that have a positive impa...

GrantWatch ID#: 181079

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life for African Americans

Deadline: 04/29/26 Conference Date: 04/23/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life for African Americans in eligible locations. Funding is intended for Black-led organizations in the following focus areas: wealth building, community mobilization, and mental health and well...

GrantWatch ID#: 170392

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Projects on Judaism in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for projects focused on Jewish traditions and communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for Initiatives and programs designed to deepen appreciation, awareness, and study of the cultural, historical, and spirit...

GrantWatch ID#: 149322

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Libraries, and Schools to Support Charitable Causes

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, public schools, and libraries to support charitable causes. Funding is intended for, but not limited to the focus areas of human services, disaster relief, and the environment. The Foundation accepts both pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 153889

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Capacity-Building Activities and Programs to B...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for programs that benefit communities served by the funding source. Funding is intended to support capacity-building activities, and programs and projects in the areas of workforce development, community vit...

GrantWatch ID#: 169781

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Provide Financial Planning Services to Underserved Populations

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to offer free financial guidance and services to underserved populations. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to develop new programming and enhance ex...

GrantWatch ID#: 180319

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies in Multiple States to Fund Impactful Projects in Eligibl...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies in multiple states for impactful projects in eligible communities. Eligible projects include tackling food insecurity, education and digital literacy, and initiatives to foster economic growth. Communit...

GrantWatch ID#: 198633

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 04/30/26

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. Prop...

GrantWatch ID#: 204314

Opportunity for USA Teams of Youth and Adults to Join a Leadership Development Program

Deadline: 04/30/26

Opportunity for USA teams of youth leaders and adult leaders from eligible organizations to participate in a leadership development program. Successful applicants will receive professional development and coaching, monetary support for project expenses, and other ...

GrantWatch ID#: 210195

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Activities to Benefit Children

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of $1,000 to USA nonprofit community-based organizations for activities that support local children. Funding is intended to benefit children under the age of 18. Eligible organizations align with one of the following areas of interest: education, welfare, h...

GrantWatch ID#: 210880

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits to Address Community Needs in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for community benefit programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities in a range of focus areas including but not limited to children, poverty, environment, education, disabilities, and community safety...

GrantWatch ID#: 217990

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Support Immigrants in Local Communities

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that benefit immigrants in local communities. Funding is intended for initiatives that support immigrants through work in the arts, sciences, education, or social serv...

GrantWatch ID#: 218157

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals and Organizations for Evidence-Based Init...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $60,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals and organizations for evidence-based initiatives to meet urgent community needs. Funding is intended to support innovative projects and interventions to address intolerance, bias, prejudice, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 221310

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Funding Source Member to Recognize Outstanding Volunt...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Award of $500 to a USA, Canada, or International funding source member to recognize outstanding volunteerism. The purpose of the award is to acknowledge and honor a service volunteer who demonstrates commitment and dedication to supporting, promoting, and growing ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222907

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Support Programs, General Operations, and Capital Projects

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to support specific programs, general operations, and capital projects. Funding is intended for projects in a wide range of categories, including arts and culture, education, human services, civic and public affairs, and healt...

GrantWatch ID#: 223938

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Projects to Benefit the Community in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Illinois nonprofit organizations for projects to benefit the community in eligible locations. The purpose of the program is to benefit the economic, educational, and cultural interests of the community. Priority is given to organizations ...

GrantWatch ID#: 227485

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Encourage Continued Education

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, IHEs, secondary schools, and school districts to encourage individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds to continue their education. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prio...

GrantWatch ID#: 167545

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico Nonprofits to Increase Clean Syringe Access for Drug Users

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations for programs that increase access to clean syringes. Funding is intended to enhance the health of individuals affected by drug use. These programs will offer education, free-of-cost safer use s...

GrantWatch ID#: 176562

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

Deadline: 05/01/26

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. Applican...

GrantWatch ID#: 180642

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that benefit local residents in eligible regions. In the past, funding has been awarded for a range of initiatives, including activities related to youth programming, enhanced wellbeing, and emer...

GrantWatch ID#: 180963

Grants to Illinois and Missouri Nonprofits, Agencies, and Faith-Based Organizations to Benefit...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to Illinois and Missouri nonprofit organizations, municipalities, units of government, and faith-based organizations to benefit residents in eligible counties. Grants may be requested for projects, programs, and general support. Funding is i...

GrantWatch ID#: 181014

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Prevent Cruelty to Animals

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs and projects to promote animal welfare. Applicants must contact the funding source and submit a letter of inquiry prior to submitting a full application. The purpose of the program is to prevent animal cruelty and...

GrantWatch ID#: 181688

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits in Eligible Areas for Programs that Benefit Residents and Improv...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for programs that benefit local residents. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to support projects and activities that enhance the local quality of life, address ...

GrantWatch ID#: 181690

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Charities for Programs that Focus on Local Communities

Deadline: 05/01/26

Awards to USA, Canada, and International charitable organizations to recognize programs that serve local communities. Organizations are nominated by the funding source and winners will be determined by votes. Awards will recognize activities addressing education, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 195479

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies in Multiple States to Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Iowa, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, and Oregon nonprofit organizations and government agencies for projects to benefit residents in eligible communities. Projects must improve the physical, educational, civic, s...

GrantWatch ID#: 206756

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits, Libraries, and Educational Foundations to Promote Social Justice

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofits, CBOs, public libraries, faith-based entities, community resource centers, and educational foundations for programs that promote social justice in eligible communities. Funding is intended for projects and services that support divers...

GrantWatch ID#: 213973

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Artistic Programs Enhancing the Connection between the USA and In...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for artistic and cultural programs that enhance the connection and general goodwill between the USA and Indonesia. Funding is intended for a variety of project types focused on the literary, performing, and vis...

GrantWatch ID#: 218929

Grants to Illinois and Indiana Nonprofits, Schools, Agencies, and Institutions for Programs fo...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to Illinois and Indiana nonprofit organizations, schools, agencies, and institutions for programs for people with disabilities. Funding is intended for programs that support and educate people of all ages who have mental and/or physical disabilities. Only t...

GrantWatch ID#: 219090

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits to Improve Health Outcomes in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations to promote the health and well-being of residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and activities that advance health in the areas of research, education, prevention, promotion, access, and direct h...

GrantWatch ID#: 219095

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Projects to Preserve Yiddish and Secular Jewish Culture

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for projects focused on education, the arts, secular Jewish culture, and preservation of the Yiddish language. Of particular interest are projects that increase access to higher education for underrepresented groups, improve t...

GrantWatch ID#: 219153

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Communities Where the Funder's Associates Live, Work, and Volunteer

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for projects and programs to benefit local communities served by the funding source. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of education, the environment, clean water, natural resource protection, and basic needs....

GrantWatch ID#: 219608

Grants to USA Jewish Charities and Nonprofits for a Range of Initiatives

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to USA Jewish charities and nonprofit organizations for a range of initiatives. Funding is intended to support activities in the following focus areas: arts, culture, and humanities, education, health, human services, public and society benefit, and religio...

GrantWatch ID#: 220298

Grants to Illinois Artists to Promote the Creation of Art

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $500 to Illinois artists to promote the creation of art in eligible regions. Funding is intended for expenses related to reserving a venue, purchasing equipment or supplies, attending a class, or obtaining resources essential to engaging in the art...

GrantWatch ID#: 220757

Grants to Illinois Organizations for Projects and Events that Promote Public Art in Eligible L...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to Illinois organizations to promote public art in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and events that enhance public participation, artistic awareness, or appreciation of the cultural arts. Proposals for repeat or ongoing events should dem...

GrantWatch ID#: 221011

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Eligible Districts for Capital Projects Addressing He...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International eligible districts for capital projects that address health, human services, and other critical needs in local communities. Funding is intended to support infrastructure and equipment for projects that improve the well-bein...

GrantWatch ID#: 223879

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and For-Profits and Canada Agencies to Com...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations and Canada municipalities, territories, and provinces for community engagement activities that commemorate the Royal Canadian Legion's 100th anniversary. Funding is in...

GrantWatch ID#: 227781

Grants to Illinois Individual Artists and Nonprofits for Arts Projects, Programs, and Events i...

Deadline: 05/04/26

Grants of up $2,500 and grants of up to $10,000 to Illinois artists, nonprofit organizations, associations, and institutions for arts programming in eligible locations. Funding is intended for new programs, projects, and events. Eligible proposals have artistic, c...

GrantWatch ID#: 138422

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Tribes for Reentry Programs for Former Inmates

Deadline: 05/04/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and tribal governments for the provision of criminal justice reentry programs and services. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to prevent recidivism throu...

GrantWatch ID#: 181641

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, and IHEs to Assist Youth and Families Affected by ...

Deadline: 05/04/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, Tribes, and IHEs to address substance abuse among youth and related community safety issues. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to submitting a proposal. Funding is inte...

GrantWatch ID#: 183805

Grants to USA Local, Tribal, and State Agencies for Programs to Address Substance Abuse

Deadline: 05/04/26

Grants to USA and territories local and tribal governments and state agencies for programs that address substance abuse in local communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to develop, imp...

GrantWatch ID#: 188342

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Agencies for SUD Treatment for Incarcerated Parents of Minors

Deadline: 05/04/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations and government agencies for substance use treatment services for offenders who have minor children. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228269

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Schools, and IHEs for Programming to Meet Community Needs

Deadline: 05/06/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, and IHEs for programming to meet community needs. Eligible initiatives include community revitalization, youth needs, creative cultural programming, and development of the workforce. Organizations ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 228579

Grants to Illinois Dentists and Students to Provide Community Dental Services and Education

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Illinois dentists and dental students to provide dental services and education to communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for applicants to partner with healthcare facilities, organizations, or local community health fairs ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228539