Illinois Recreation Grants

This program provides funding to local nonprofit organizations and public entities in DeKalb County, Illinois, to support the construction and expansion of facilities that address community needs.

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

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.

The City of Naperville's Special Events & Community Arts Grant Fund Program is a one-year grant available to tax-exempt nonprofit organizations and individual artists, aimed at supporting special events and artistic cultural experiences that promote inclusivity and diversity, with applications due by October 4, 2024.

This grant provides funding for Jewish educational initiatives and cultural programs in DeWitt, McLean, Livingston, and Logan counties in Illinois, supporting projects that are open to all residents.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations that provide programs to improve the mental health of underserved youth aged 5-18, focusing on conflict resolution, family-school partnerships, and trauma-focused services in specific states.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for non-profit organizations to improve sports facilities in underserved neighborhoods, promoting youth access to organized sports and related development programs.

This program provides funding to local governments in Illinois for acquiring land designated for public outdoor recreation, such as parks and natural areas.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for the development and maintenance of off-highway vehicle trails and facilities in Illinois, targeting local governments, non-profits, businesses, and individuals committed to enhancing public access to OHV recreation.

The Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation is offering grants ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 to nonprofit organizations in Coles County, Illinois, for projects that promote social justice, human rights, religious tolerance, and environmental protection, with a preference for initiatives that engage local youth and address significant, unmet needs.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations that enhance the quality of life in Mount Carroll, Illinois, through various charitable projects and programs.

The Siemer Milling Company Fund, managed by the Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation, offers grants to 501(c)(3) organizations in Effingham County, Illinois, Christian County, Kentucky, and Dearborn County, Indiana, that operate programs aimed at developing leadership skills in youth aged 19 and under, with applications due by October 1, 2024.

This funding opportunity supports educators and community organizations in Chicago to engage youth in projects that promote bird conservation and education, particularly in areas near Jackson Park.