Illinois Grants for Individuals

Grants and in-kind support to USA start-up business ventures led by military veterans. The purpose of this program is to help veteran entrepreneurs successfully build their businesses. In addition to funding, businesses will receive support in strategic planning, opera...

Grants of $1,000 to USA individuals in financial need. Funding is intended to empower teenagers and inspire philanthropy and a spirit of giving by providing teens with the opportunity to nominate and present funds to vulnerable adults. Groups of teens may also submit a...

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA first responders and their families for financial assistance. Funding is intended to address emergency housing, medical, and childcare issues. Families that have lost a first responder may apply in situations of financial need. Eligible ap...

Grants and loans to USA military members, veterans, and family members for financial assistance. Funding may be used for unexpected emergency financial needs and to improve the individual's financial situation. The purpose of the program is to assist members of the mil...

Grants of up to $25,000 to Illinois households and individuals in eligible locations for rent support in the wake of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) health crisis. Funding is intended to assist renters and landlords who have been impacted by the pandemic and who have pendin...

Grants to USA farmers, ranchers, and landowners to implement conservation practices in agriculture. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting a full application. Successful applicants will receive funding and technical assistance in order to develo...

Grants to USA bomb disposal experts and their family members for financial assistance. Funding is intended to provide assistance in paying for current needs such as travel expenses, childcare, debt relief, special equipment necessary due to job-related injuries, and re...

Grants and scholarships to USA Coast Guard members and their families for assistance following a catastrophe within the family. Funding is intended to assist with family expenses if a Coast Guard member passes away, is injured, or is critically ill, or if a member's sp...

Grants to USA qualifying service members, veterans, and first responders for financial support to offset personal and family monetary difficulties. Funding is intended to support injured, wounded, critically ill, and disabled active duty service members, veterans, and...

Grants and loans to USA first responders and military individuals for a range of programs related to purchasing a home. Applicants must contact the funding source to confirm eligibility and apply. Grants are available for mortgage programs, down payment assistance, and...

Grants to USA and territories individuals in the hospitality industry facing hardship due to events or emergencies related to cancer. Funding is intended to assist bartenders or their family members who are experiencing mental, physical, emotional, or financial needs a...

Scholarships to Indiana and Illinois early childhood education teachers to complete professional development training and certifications. The purpose of the program is to build a more highly educated and professional workforce in the field of early childhood education....

Fellowships of up to $2,500 to USA, Canada, and International students and student groups to address issues related to the environment. The purpose of the program is to encourage people between the ages of 13 and 22 to work on environmental concerns. Eligible projects ...

Opportunity for USA entrepreneurs and small businesses owners to participate in a professional development program to gain valuable resources, connections, and skills. The two-to-three-month program will provide group education workshops and individualized coaching ses...

Grants to USA individuals employed in the hospitality industry to promote career and professional development opportunities. Funding is intended to assist hospitality workers who are seeking the chance to improve their skills, expand their capabilities, and advance the...

Grants and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International artists to help develop their artistic careers. Artists using the following media are eligible to apply: photography, illustration, and 3D art. Successful applicants will create content in partnership with th...

Grants to USA and Canada individuals for medical expenses. Funding is intended to help income-eligible parents and caregivers cover the costs of medical care for children below the age of 18. Assistance may be requested for equipment, treatment, vehicle modifications, ...

Grants of up to $15,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations and individuals for initiatives that address global challenges. Funding is intended for innovative ideas that are in the early stages of development and that have the poten...

Grants to USA scholars for research projects to advance clean energy technology and innovation. Funding is intended for projects that build multidisciplinary networks, generate novel research, disseminate information for decision-making, and train the next generation o...

Grants to USA scientists, educators, and engineers affiliated with IHEs, nonprofits, and Tribes for engineering and science-based research projects related to dynamic systems. Funding is intended to foster innovative solutions to societal issues and natural and man-mad...

In-kind support to USA, Canada, and International investigators and teams to conduct impactful oceanic research. Successful applicants will receive access to scientific facilities, a vessel, research tools, lab equipment, and other relevant services. Eligible research ...

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs to develop clean energy technologies. The purpose of the program is to advance key technologies that will help achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The program is intended for early-stage entrepreneurs, includi...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International scholars and research institutions for professional development and educational events in the field of Jewish Studies. Funding is intended to support a wide range of activities, including workshops, conferences, and guided tours.

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA engineering students who identify as female for education-related expenses. Some applicants must schedule an interview before completing their application. Students studying at specific institutions of higher learning are encouraged to ap...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations, businesses, and individuals for projects related to cybersecurity. Funding is intended to develop cybersecurity capabilities powered by artificial intelligence. Priority will be given to projects that incorporate ...

Opportunity for USA veterans and family members of veterans to participate in a business development program. The program is open to veterans and their immediate family members at any stage of their business development. Successful applicants will receive assistance in...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International academic and nonprofit scientists for research addressing the aging process. Funding is intended to support a wide range of projects that will have a broad impact on the field. The ideal project has the potential to accelerate t...

Loans to USA farmers and ranchers to start, maintain, or develop agricultural business operations. Loans are available for a variety of purposes, including but not limited to farm ownership, operating funds, and conservation funds. Some loans are available for socially...

Financial assistance to USA pharmacy owners to repair pharmacies following a disaster. Funding is intended to repair community pharmacies in the wake of illnesses, accidents, disasters, and other unfortunate circumstances. Applicants do not need to be members of the fu...

Grants to USA families and children with autism to implement safety measures and provide safety-related resources. The purpose of the program is to keep people and families with autism safe in their communities. Funding may be used for fences, alarm systems, tracking b...

Grants of up to $2,000 and grants of up to $2,500 to USA and Canada businesses and individuals in the rental sector for assistance in the wake of a disaster. Funding is intended to provide support after natural disasters that significantly impacted rental operations, e...

Financial assistance of up to $1,000 to USA individuals diagnosed with blood cancer to offset expenses. Funding is intended to assist those undergoing active treatment with medical, travel-related, and living expenses. Eligible applicants are those diagnosed with Lymph...

Grants to USA organizations and entities for programs that engage and inform communities. Applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry before submitting a full application. The funder invests in the priority areas of arts and culture, research in media and democracy, jou...

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA veterans and active-duty military individuals to assist in opening a business. Funding is intended to give veterans the boost of capital and advice that can allow them to begin their journey as successful business owners. Program staff wi...

Grants to USA researchers for studies that address health disparities rooted in nutrition inequities. Funding is intended to improve the health of children from birth through age 18 by identifying and addressing the causes of nutrition-related disparities through syste...

Grants to USA community service heroes in multiple states for help with purchasing a home. Funding is intended for police officers, social workers, teachers, medical professionals, and firefighters. The grant will cover closing costs when these individuals purchase a h...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International developers for vaccine preparedness research and activities. Applicants are required to contact the funding source to gain access to the application portal. Funding is intended to develop vaccine mechanisms for identified and as...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals to volunteer their services in Israel during the current crisis. Participants will choose between organizing goods for military and civil personnel and helping food rescue efforts. Preference will be given to a...

Grants of up to $1,500 to USA and Puerto Rico military families to meet basic needs. The purpose of the grant program is to provide a more stable home environment for the minor children of military service members. Funding is intended to help families cover costs relat...

Grants to USA individuals in financial difficulty to help pay for essential needs. Eligible expenses include payment of medical, funeral, utility, and housing costs. Funding is intended to support individuals who are experiencing difficulty due to events over which the...

Grants of $1,000 to USA women entrepreneurs from BIPOC communities for business needs. Previous recipients have used their grants to purchase equipment, software, and computers, and for services like marketing and website creation. Businesses must be 51% owned by women...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Jewish individuals to participate in a 6-week volunteer program in Israel. Participants ages 18-40 will be placed in diverse Tel Aviv settings as well as in high-risk communities. Designed in light of the current conflict,...

Grants of $2,500 to USA women of color entrepreneurs to start and grow their businesses. Funding is intended to equip these businesses with the assets they need to compete in the modern marketplace. When it comes to financial backing, women of color business owners are...

Grants of $500 to USA, Canada, and International artists to create art depicting different aspects of nature. Artwork may be produced in any type of medium, including painting, sculpture, photography, and digital art. Priority will be given to artwork submitted by arti...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International developers to optimize the use of the funding source's blockchain technology. Applications will be assessed based on factors including the applicant's business plan, track record, funding status, and alignment with the funding s...

Awards to USA current or former elected officials at any level of government to recognize courageous acts during their tenure. The award is intended to recognize politicians who worked for the greater good, even in the face of great opposition and when their actions we...

Grants to USA hospitality workers for disaster relief efforts and emergency assistance. Funding is intended to assist employees in the hospitality sector who are impacted by a natural disaster and facing financial challenges. Assistance may include direct financial aid...

Financial assistance to USA cancer patients to cover medical expenses. Funding is intended to ease the burden of medical costs for leukemia and blood cancer patients. As each claim is submitted, payment will be made to the patient or guardian. Patients accepted into th...

Grants of $1,000 to Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin individuals to assist with first-time home purchases in eligible regions. The goal of the funding program is to help eligible individuals obtain greater financial stability through home ownership. Funding is intended to...

Grants of up to $500 to USA K-12 teachers, principals, and other staff members for assistance with supplies and resources that enrich classroom learning. Funding is intended to split the cost of essential school supplies and to help cover expenses that educators are li...