Expense Based Substance Use Disorders and Gambling Disorder Services

The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS), through its Division of Substance Use Prevention and Recovery (SUPR), is announcing funding availability under the Expense Based Substance Use Disorders and Gambling Disorder Services program. This initiative reflects the state's ongoing commitment to addressing substance use disorders (SUD) and gambling-related disorders through direct service provision. IDHS is a central human services agency in Illinois, tasked with promoting the health and well-being of the state's most vulnerable populations through programs targeting mental health, substance use, economic stability, and family support. The objective of this funding opportunity is to provide financial support to community-based organizations and other eligible service providers for the delivery of treatment, intervention, and recovery support services addressing substance use and gambling disorders. The funding is intended to support costs directly related to service delivery, including staffing, supplies, outreach, and treatment planning. Awarded entities are expected to use grant funds strictly for expenses incurred in the provision of these services and must ensure compliance with all applicable state-level reporting and accountability standards. The total funding available under this program is estimated at $3,500,000, with approximately 15 awards anticipated. Individual award amounts may range from $50,000 to $300,000 depending on the scope of services proposed, geographical reach, and demonstrated need. Indirect costs are permitted with no restrictions, offering applicants some flexibility in administrative cost recovery. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement, making this program financially accessible for smaller organizations or those with limited resources. Applications are currently being accepted beginning February 23, 2026, with a firm deadline for submission by 4:00 PM on April 6, 2026. Late applications will not be considered. Interested applicants must access the full application via the IDHS website by copying and pasting the following link into a browser: https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=176949. No pre-application sessions, letters of intent, or technical assistance webinars are scheduled for this funding round, and applicants are advised to reach out directly to the agency contact with any questions. The primary agency contact for this funding opportunity is Mike Deschamps, reachable at [email protected]. Applicants are encouraged to direct any inquiries to this contact to clarify application components or address programmatic questions. At this stage, no further information regarding evaluation criteria or award notification timing has been provided within the opportunity documentation. Given the absence of recurring or multi-cycle language, this appears to be a one-time funding opportunity without a defined recurrence pattern. Applicants are urged to review the official program page and prepare their submissions with ample time to avoid last-minute issues. Early submission is encouraged to ensure timely receipt and consideration by the department.