Grants in Illinois
Browse 574 open grants tagged for Illinois, plus 12,431 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.
574
12,431
$4.0M
13,005
Illinois Grants by Funding Source
Federal
5
Grants.gov, SAM.gov, NSF, NIH
State
26
Illinois state agencies
Local
450
City and county programs
Private / Foundation
74
Foundation and corporate grants
Top Grants in Illinois
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openDepartment of Cultural Affairs and Special Events
CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT GRANT FY24/25
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NEA OUR TOWN
openDepartment of Cultural Affairs and Special Events
NEA OUR TOWN
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Illinois Arts Council Project Grants
openIllinois Council on the Arts
Project-based grants for arts programming, performances, exhibitions, and community engagement in Illinois.
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Illinois Arts Council General Operating Support
openIllinois Council on the Arts
General operating support grants for arts organizations in Illinois. Funded by the National Endowment for the Arts and state appropriations.
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CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT GRANT - STATE
openDepartment of Cultural Affairs and Special Events
CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT GRANT FY24/25 - STATE
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CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION GRANT
openChicago Public Library
ILD STATE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION
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Grant Details: Amounts and Deadlines
| Grant Name | Funder | Amount | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| MATCH | Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events | Up to $450K | Jun 30, 2026 |
| NEA OUR TOWN | Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events | Up to $75K | Jun 30, 2026 |
| Illinois Arts Council Project Grants | Illinois Council on the Arts | $3K - $75K | Jun 30, 2026 |
| Illinois Arts Council General Operating Support | Illinois Council on the Arts | $3K - $75K | Jun 30, 2026 |
| CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT GRANT - STATE | Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events | Up to $450K | Jun 30, 2026 |
| CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION GRANT | Chicago Public Library | Up to $10M | Jun 30, 2026 |
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