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State Grants

Grants from state government agencies across the United States

Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE)
Contact for amount
Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2024

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This initiative provides funding to support large-scale economic development projects across the Appalachian region, focusing on workforce development, business growth, infrastructure improvements, and community capacity building.

Community Development
Nonprofits
901 Municipal Waste Planning Grant
$75,000
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This grant provides financial support to Pennsylvania counties for developing and improving municipal waste management plans, focusing on sustainable waste processing and disposal methods.

Environment
City or township governments
901 Municipal Waste Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Grant
$75,000
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This grant provides financial assistance to Pennsylvania counties for developing educational programs that promote proper management and disposal of household hazardous waste and support pollution prevention initiatives for small businesses.

Environment
City or township governments
Safe Routes to School Program
$250,000
Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 13, 2025

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This program provides federal funding to schools and local organizations in Illinois to create safer walking and biking routes for K-12 students.

Transportation
City or township governments
Volunteer Fire Assistance (VFA)
$10,000
Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to rural fire departments in Illinois to enhance their firefighting capabilities through the purchase of essential equipment and materials.

Safety
City or township governments
Truck Access Route Program (TARP)
$900,000
Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to local governments in Illinois for upgrading roadways to support the movement of heavy trucks, enhancing freight mobility and infrastructure.

Transportation
City or township governments
Surface Transportation Program (STP)
$5,000,000
Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and agencies in northeastern Illinois for transportation projects that improve regional mobility, safety, and sustainability.

Transportation
City or township governments
ADEQ Recycling Grant Program
$1,000,000
Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to various organizations in Arizona for initiatives that reduce waste, promote recycling, and advance sustainable practices.

Environment
State governments
Section 5310 - Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities
Contact for amount
East-West Gateway (EWG) Council of Governments
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This program provides funding to improve transportation options for seniors and individuals with disabilities in the St. Louis region through various capital and operational projects.

Transportation
Nonprofits
Local Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP)
$32,750,000
Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local public agencies in Illinois for safety improvement projects aimed at reducing fatalities and serious injuries on local roads.

Safety
City or township governments
Surface Transportation Program - Suballocated (STP-S)
Contact for amount
East-West Gateway (EWG) Council of Governments
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipalities, counties, and state entities in the St. Louis metropolitan area for various transportation infrastructure projects, including road improvements, bridge rehabilitation, and the development of bicycle and pedestrian facilities.

Transportation
City or township governments
Park and Recreational Facility Construction (PARC)
$2,800,000
Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to local governments in Illinois for the construction and rehabilitation of public recreational facilities, ensuring long-term benefits for community parks and recreation infrastructure.

Recreation
City or township governments
Certified Local Government (CLG) GrantS Program
$150,000
Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to Certified Local Governments in Illinois to develop and improve their local historic preservation initiatives.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP-L)
$93,700,000
Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments and transportation agencies in northeastern Illinois for projects that enhance bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, promoting non-motorized travel and connectivity within the region.

Transportation
City or township governments
Bike Path Grant Program (BIKE)
$200,000
Illinois Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments in Illinois for the development and improvement of public, off-road bicycle paths and related facilities to promote safe and accessible biking.

Recreation
City or township governments
Competitive Freight Program
Contact for amount
Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This program provides funding to local, state, and governmental entities in Illinois to improve freight transportation infrastructure and enhance the state's role as a key freight hub.

Transportation
State governments
Statewide Planning & Research (SPR)
Contact for amount
Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This funding opportunity supports planning and research activities for sustainable transportation systems in Illinois, primarily aimed at state agencies and local public agencies involved in transportation infrastructure development.

Transportation
State governments
RTA Community Planning and CMAP Technical Assistance Program
Contact for amount
Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This program provides technical planning assistance to local governments and community partners in northeastern Illinois to enhance equity, resilience, and sustainability in their communities.

Community Development
City or township governments
Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Program (CMAQ) and Carbon Reduction Program (CRP)
$358,000,000
Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This funding opportunity supports local governments and transit agencies in northeastern Illinois to implement projects that reduce air pollution and traffic congestion while promoting sustainable transportation options.

Transportation
State governments
IL Special Bridge Program (ISBP)
$1,000,000
Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments in Illinois for the rehabilitation or replacement of deficient bridges on public highways.

Transportation
City or township governments

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