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Grants in Illinois

Browse 690 open grants tagged for Illinois, plus 19,866 nationwide grants your organization can apply for. Our database includes federal, state, local, and private funding opportunities for nonprofits, small businesses, schools, and community groups.

State Grants

690

National Grants

19,866

Avg. Award

$5.3M

Total Available

20,556

Illinois Grants by Funding Source

Federal

5

Grants.gov, SAM.gov, NSF, NIH

State

16

Illinois state agencies

Local

559

City and county programs

Private / Foundation

98

Foundation and corporate grants

Top Grants in Illinois

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LEAD POISONING SURVEILLANCE

open

Department of Public Health

LEAD POISONING SURVEILLANCE

Up to $442K
2026-09-29
general

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SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASE PREVENTION

open

Department of Public Health

SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTION SURVEILLANCE NETWORK (SSUN)

Up to $360K
2026-09-29
Health

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SECURING THE CITY

open

Chicago Fire Department

SECURING THE CITIES PROGRAM (2020 FY)

Up to $1.9M
2026-09-29
general

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CHILDHOOD LEAD POISONING SURVEILLANCE

open

Department of Public Health

LEAD POISONING SURVEILLANCE

Up to $398K
2026-09-29
general

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OUTCOMES TO REDUCE THE BURDEN OF MENTHOL AND OTHER FLAVORED COMMERCIAL TOBACCO PRODUCTS

open

Department of Public Health

OUTCOMES TO REDUCE THE BURDEN OF MENTHOL TOBACCO PRODUCTS

Up to $375K
2026-09-29
general

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Grant Details: Amounts and Deadlines

Grant NameFunderAmountDeadline
LEAD POISONING SURVEILLANCEDepartment of Public HealthUp to $442KSep 29, 2026
SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASE PREVENTIONDepartment of Public HealthUp to $360KSep 29, 2026
SECURING THE CITYChicago Fire DepartmentUp to $1.9MSep 29, 2026
CHILDHOOD LEAD POISONING SURVEILLANCEDepartment of Public HealthUp to $398KSep 29, 2026
OUTCOMES TO REDUCE THE BURDEN OF MENTHOL AND OTHER FLAVORED COMMERCIAL TOBACCO PRODUCTSDepartment of Public HealthUp to $375KSep 29, 2026

Top Grant Categories in Illinois

General Purpose217
Infrastructure141
Technology119
Health113
Education72
Community Development59
Justice23
Environment23
Resilience22

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Frequently Asked Questions: Illinois Grants

How many grants are available in Illinois?
There are currently 690 grants specifically tagged for Illinois, plus 19,866 nationwide grants that organizations in Illinois can also apply for.
What types of organizations can apply for Illinois grants?
Nonprofits, small businesses, schools and school districts, universities, municipalities, tribal governments, healthcare organizations, and faith-based groups in Illinois are all eligible for various grants. Each grant has specific eligibility requirements listed on its detail page.
How do I find grants I qualify for in Illinois?
Use FindGrants' free discovery tool to answer a short questionnaire about your organization. The engine scores every grant against your profile and returns a ranked list of matches with fit scores and application guidance.
Are federal grants available to organizations in Illinois?
Yes. In addition to Illinois-specific funding, there are 19,866 federal and nationwide grants available to organizations in any state. Federal sources include Grants.gov, SAM.gov, NSF, and NIH.
What is the average grant size in Illinois?
The average maximum award for Illinois-tagged grants is $5.3M, with a median of $1.1M. Grant sizes range from under $5K for community micro-grants to over $1M for major federal programs.

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