Grants in Illinois

Browse 777 open grants tagged for Illinois, plus 20,943 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

777

National Grants

20,943

Avg. Award

$9.0M

Total Available

21,720

Illinois Grants by Funding Source

Federal

5

Grants.gov, SAM.gov, NSF, NIH

State

20

Illinois state agencies

Local

646

City and county programs

Private / Foundation

94

Foundation and corporate grants

Top Grants in Illinois

Showing 8 of 777 grants in Illinois, plus 20,943 nationwide grants

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SECURING THE CITY

Chicago Fire Department

SECURING THE CITIES PROGRAM (2019 FY)

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LEAD POISONING SURVEILLANCE

Department of Public Health

LEAD POISONING SURVEILLANCE

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SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASE PREVENTION

Department of Public Health

SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTION SURVEILLANCE NETWORK (SSUN)

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SECURING THE CITY

Chicago Fire Department

SECURING THE CITIES PROGRAM (2020 FY)

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CHILDHOOD LEAD POISONING SURVEILLANCE

Department of Public Health

LEAD POISONING SURVEILLANCE

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

Department of Public Health

OUTCOMES TO REDUCE THE BURDEN OF MENTHOL TOBACCO PRODUCTS

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SECURING THE CITY

Chicago Fire Department

SECURING THE CITIES PROGRAM (2016 FY)

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SECURING THE CITY

Chicago Fire Department

SECURING THE CITIES PROGRAM (2018 FY)

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Grant Details: Amounts and Deadlines

Grant Name	Funder	Amount	Deadline
SECURING THE CITY	Chicago Fire Department	Up to $8M	Sep 29, 2026
LEAD POISONING SURVEILLANCE	Department of Public Health	Up to $442K	Sep 29, 2026
SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASE PREVENTION	Department of Public Health	Up to $360K	Sep 29, 2026
SECURING THE CITY	Chicago Fire Department	Up to $1.9M	Sep 29, 2026
CHILDHOOD LEAD POISONING SURVEILLANCE	Department of Public Health	Up to $398K	Sep 29, 2026
OUTCOMES TO REDUCE THE BURDEN OF MENTHOL AND OTHER FLAVORED COMMERCIAL TOBACCO PRODUCTS	Department of Public Health	Up to $375K	Sep 29, 2026
SECURING THE CITY	Chicago Fire Department	Up to $3.5M	Sep 29, 2026
SECURING THE CITY	Chicago Fire Department	Up to $6.7M	Sep 29, 2026

Top Grant Categories in Illinois

General Purpose278

Infrastructure160

Technology121

Health119

Education74

Community Development57

Justice23

Environment23

Resilience22

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Frequently Asked Questions: Illinois Grants

How many grants are available in Illinois?

There are currently 777 grants specifically tagged for Illinois, plus 20,943 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 20,943 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 $9.0M, with a median of $1.5M. Grant sizes range from under $5K for community micro-grants to over $1M for major federal programs.

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