Illinois Community Development Grants

This funding opportunity supports local organizations in the St. Louis area that are implementing projects to reduce carbon emissions and promote environmental sustainability.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that promote the integration of immigrants and refugees across Illinois.

This program provides financial incentives to Illinois farmers for adopting sustainable no-till and strip-till agricultural practices to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in specific U.S. communities to enhance local programs that promote youth development, arts and culture, and essential services for those in need.

This grant provides financial support to small to mid-sized arts and culture organizations in Chicago, helping them advance equity and sustainability within the local creative community.

This program provides financial support to Illinois-based not-for-profit snowmobile clubs and organizations for developing and maintaining snowmobile trails and facilities accessible to the public.

This program provides funding to projects that improve tourism attractions in Illinois, helping local communities increase visitor traffic and boost economic growth.

This grant provides funding to empower community leaders who have experienced forced displacement, supporting innovative projects that foster collaboration and integration between refugees and local communities in select U.S. states.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit media organizations in the Chicago area to help them grow their audiences and develop sustainable business models for community-centered journalism.

This grant provides financial support to small, community-led nonprofits in Northern Illinois that are focused on innovative solutions to combat hunger and improve food access.

This funding opportunity supports Illinois farmers, food banks, and community organizations in enhancing their capacity to deliver fresh, nutritious food to those in need through infrastructure improvements and logistical upgrades.

This funding is designated for the University of Chicago to expand telementoring services that connect healthcare professionals in underserved areas of Illinois with specialists, improving patient care and health outcomes.

This program provides financial support to hotels in DuPage County to attract new meetings, conferences, and sports events, boosting local tourism and economic activity.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations in Illinois that train and assist underserved populations in gaining employment in the clean energy sector.

This program provides financial assistance to local governments in Illinois for acquiring and developing land dedicated to public outdoor recreation.

This grant provides $100,000 to Chicago-based nonprofit organizations for impactful projects that address critical social issues, including culture, education, family support, health, and sustainability.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that serve residents in Clark County, Missouri, Hancock County, Illinois, and Lee County, Iowa, focusing on projects that improve education, health, and financial stability in the community.

This grant provides funding to organizations in the greater Chicago area that are working to enhance support for tech-based startups, improve access to capital, and advocate for reducing barriers to entrepreneurship.

This program provides financial support to municipalities and partner organizations in Illinois for community-based holiday lights events that celebrate local culture and foster community belonging.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations to create after-school programs that enhance academic achievement and offer enrichment activities for children in low-income and underperforming schools.