197 Illinois Community Economic Development Grants

197 Community and Economic Development Grants for Illinois

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Grants to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, Tribes, and IHEs to Enhance the Wood Product ...

Deadline: 04/22/26

Grants to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, Tribal governments, IHEs, and school districts to broaden the wood product and energy industrial markets. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to comple...

GrantWatch ID#: 164183
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Grants to USA Agricultural Businesses to Develop and Market Value-Added Agricultural Products

Deadline: 04/22/26

Grants to USA and territories agricultural producers, groups, and cooperatives for activities to expand the agricultural market. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The goals of this program are to generate new pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 172471
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, Tribes, and IHEs to Improve Forest Health and...

Deadline: 04/22/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, Tribes, and IHEs to improve forest health and local economies. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for...

GrantWatch ID#: 200052
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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

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

Grant to an Illinois Artist or Artist Team for the Development of Original Public Art

Deadline: 04/29/26

Grant to an Illinois artist, artisan, and artist team for the development of original public art. The goal of this program is permanent public art celebrating coal country in rest areas of eligible locations. Work will be installed on large granite walls adjacent ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228107

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 Illinois Business and Property Owners for Capital Improvements

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Illinois industrial and commercial business and property owners in eligible locations for capital improvement projects. Funding is intended for improvements to building exteriors, interiors, mechanical systems, and most other permanent building improveme...

GrantWatch ID#: 176275

Grants to USA Territories, Israel, and International Women Entrepreneurs for Business and Orga...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $500 to USA Territories, Israel, and International women entrepreneurs to enhance business or organizational development. Funding is intended to support the improvement, expansion, and strengthening of organizations and businesses that impact famil...

GrantWatch ID#: 186824

Grants to Illinois Community College Districts in Eligible Locations for New Workforce Trainin...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Illinois eligible community colleges for new workforce training facilities. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to submitting an application. The goal of the program is to promote economic development through the establishment of manufa...

GrantWatch ID#: 193070

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 USA Small Businesses to Enhance Community Impact and Promote Growth and Development

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of $5,000 to USA and territories small businesses to enhance their impact in communities and promote growth and development. Eligible applicants have impacted communities in a variety of ways, including but not limited to creating jobs, and improving access...

GrantWatch ID#: 214125

Grants and In-Kind Support to Illinois Disadvantaged Communities for Tree Planting Projects

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants and in-kind support to Illinois disadvantaged communities to expand urban forests in local communities. In addition to funds to purchase trees, participating communities will receive support in planning, program implementation, and developing or updating ma...

GrantWatch ID#: 221099

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

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 USA Nonprofits, Educational Organizations, and Tribal Governments for Projects to Be...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, educational organizations, tribal governments, and community development financial institutions for projects that benefit the Native American farming and ranching industries. Focus areas include agricultural education, advoca...

GrantWatch ID#: 197782

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 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 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 USA Nonprofits and Municipalities for Community Development Projects

Deadline: 05/07/26

Grants of $25,000 and equipment vouchers to USA nonprofit organizations for community development projects. Past projects supported by the prize money include park improvements, community gardens, sports fields, and agricultural education programs. Eligible projec...

GrantWatch ID#: 195030

Grants to Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin Nonprofits and Houses of Worship for Tree Planting ...

Deadline: 05/07/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations and houses of worship for tree planting and maintenance. Applicants must complete an eligibility survey and the required registrations prior to applying. The purpose of funding is ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216785

Opportunity for USA Qualifying Early-Stage Companies to Join a Business Development Program

Deadline: 05/10/26

Opportunity for USA early-stage companies of eligible types to participate in a business development program. The opportunity is intended to provide participants with coaching and mentorship, deals and perks from a variety of companies, opportunities to pitch to i...

GrantWatch ID#: 211717

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Educational Institutions to Preserve and Protect Natur...

Deadline: 05/14/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribal entities, and educational institutions in multiple states for projects to restore and protect natural resources. Funding is intended to support community outreach, environmental education, and ecol...

GrantWatch ID#: 167420

Grants to Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Programs that Be...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, government agencies, churches, volunteer fire departments, and schools for projects that benefit residents in eligible counties. Priority will be given to projects offering material ...

GrantWatch ID#: 167393

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Promote and Advance American Indian Culture and Self-Sufficiency

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to promote, preserve, and advance American Indian culture and self-sufficiency. Funding is intended to support activities that focus on the development of American Indian entrepreneurism, the facilitation of American Indian ed...

GrantWatch ID#: 174514

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Basic Human Needs, Community Development, and ...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states to meet basic human needs, promote community vitality, and encourage volunteerism in communities in which the funding source does business. Funding is intended to enhance communities and to help people achie...

GrantWatch ID#: 179283

Grants to Illinois Businesses, Cultural Establishments, and Nonprofits for Commercial Rehabili...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Illinois businesses, cultural establishments, and nonprofit organizations for capital projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support commercial rehabilitation and construction projects for entities that include, but are not limited to sto...

GrantWatch ID#: 185158

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Food and Agricultural Businesses to Participate...

Deadline: 05/15/26 Conference Date: 04/27/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International businesses to participate in a food and agricultural business competition to benefit eligible regions. Successful applicants will receive monetary support, business development support, training, and mentorship. As a ...

GrantWatch ID#: 204255

Grants to Illinois Arts and Cultural Organizations for Operating Expenses

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Illinois arts and cultural organizations in eligible locations for operating expenses. Funding is intended for small and mid-sized arts groups with a proven commitment to equity and serving underrepresented communities. This grant program is designed to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 208929

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, IHEs, and Tribes for Workforce and Education Programs

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, governments, workforce boards, IHEs, faith-based entities, and Tribes for workforce and education programs in multiple states. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Eligible projects address workforce needs ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228112

Grants to Illinois Local Agencies, Nonprofits, and IHEs for Environmental Projects

Deadline: 05/20/26 Conference Date: 04/22/26

Grants to Illinois local governmental agencies, school districts, park districts, nonprofit organizations, and public institutions of higher education for environmental projects in eligible areas. Applicants must pre-qualify before applying. Funding is intended to...

GrantWatch ID#: 167268

Grants to USA Tribes to Plan and Implement Volunteer Programs to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants to USA Tribes to plan and implement programs that employ volunteer staff to address critical community needs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for services that support veterans and t...

GrantWatch ID#: 205214

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Foundations, Organizations, Companies, and Entr...

Deadline: 05/20/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International foundations, organizations, companies, design studios, social enterprises, and entrepreneurs to participate in a contest to help solve societal concerns. The purpose of the contest is for applicants to address one or ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215503

Contest for USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Individuals to Address...

Deadline: 05/21/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and individuals to participate in a contest to address environmental and social concerns. The purpose of the challenge is to find solutions related to the UN Sustainable Develop...

GrantWatch ID#: 228080

Grants to USA Agencies, Tribes, and Utilities to Improve Natural Gas Infrastructure

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to USA and territories government agencies, Tribes, and utilities that operate a natural gas distribution system to repair or replace inadequate infrastructure. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding i...

GrantWatch ID#: 214834

Grants to USA Nonprofits and IHEs to Develop Sustainable Uses for Wood Products

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and IHEs to develop sustainable uses for specific wood products. Funding is intended to find new uses for wood industry byproducts that are no longer being efficiently utilized. Projects should also focus on market development...

GrantWatch ID#: 228227

Grants to USA Small Businesses to Promote Diversity and Business Development

Deadline: 05/26/26

Grants and in-kind support to USA small businesses to advance diversity and promote business development. Applicants must submit a pre-application prior to submitting a complete proposal. Awardees will receive funding in addition to fully subsidized access to acce...

GrantWatch ID#: 208364

Grants to Illinois and Iowa Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Residents in Eligible Locatio...

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to Illinois and Iowa nonprofit organizations to address the needs of residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support capital, operating, and program expenses. Focus areas include education, culture, health, youth, community development, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 180456

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Programs and Activities that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for programs and activities that meet the needs of residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended to cover a variety of costs, including, but not limited to, project support, capacity building, technology, and equ...

GrantWatch ID#: 142624

Grants to USA Organizations for Projects in the Areas of Community, Environment, and Populat...

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to USA organizations for projects in the areas of community and population growth. New applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry. Environmental projects are also supported in eligible regions of Pennsylvania. Eligible projects will improve the local qualit...

GrantWatch ID#: 163910

Grants to Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin Nonprofits, Agencies, Libraries and IHEs to Benefit Lo...

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, local, state, or federal government, libraries, and IHEs for programs and projects to benefit residents in eligible locations. Focus areas include workforce training, small business ...

GrantWatch ID#: 180555

Grants to Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio Nonprofits for Programs That Enhance Local Com...

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio nonprofit organizations in counties served by the funding source for activities that enhance local communities. Particular emphasis will be placed on programs benefiting low-income communities. Funding is intended to...

GrantWatch ID#: 224449

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline: 06/01/26

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 s...

GrantWatch ID#: 176449

In-Kind Grants to Illinois and Wisconsin Nonprofits to Facilitate Capital Improvements in Elig...

Deadline: 06/01/26

In-kind grants to Illinois and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for capital improvement projects. Grantees will receive volunteer labor and materials for renovation projects that will benefit the community. Eligible projects include painting, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 182908

Grants and In-Kind Resources to USA Black-Owned Businesses to Foster Business Development

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants of $50,000 and in-kind resources to USA Black-owned businesses to foster business development. Priority will be given to new businesses that have been in operation for less than five years. In addition to the monetary award, successful businesses will recei...

GrantWatch ID#: 203714

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 06/01/26

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 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 205750

Grants to USA Cities to Implement Programs with a Strong Resident Engagement Aspect

Deadline: 06/01/26 Conference Date: 05/15/26

Grants to USA cities to implement programs with a strong resident engagement aspect. Funding is intended to manage neighborhood projects and improvements that address local needs and that are initiated by local residents. Grantees will also receive training and pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 228444

Grants to USA Minority Businesses and Entrepreneurs for Business Growth and Expansion

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to USA minority-owned early-stage businesses and minority entrepreneurs for business growth and expansion. Funding is intended for seed funding to pursue growth opportunities, cover essential expenses, and gain stability during challenging t...

GrantWatch ID#: 228639

Opportunity for USA and Canada Health-Related Startup Companies to Participate in a Business D...

Deadline: 06/05/26

Opportunity for USA and Canada health-related startup companies to participate in a business development program in Alabama. The opportunity is intended to connect innovative health tech startups with the capital, mentoring, and connections they need to build and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 198973

Competition for USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and For-Profits to Reduce Poverty

Deadline: 06/07/26

Competition for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs representing any business model, including both nonprofit and for-profit organizations, for ventures that enhance the distribution of poverty interventions in developing countries. Prize winners will be ...

GrantWatch ID#: 160904