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Business Development Grants in Illinois

Browse open business development grants available to organizations in Illinois. Our database includes federal, state, and foundation funding opportunities. Answer a few questions to see which grants you qualify for.

18 open business development grants in Illinois

18 grants worth up to $193.6M match your search

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URBAN AREAS SECURITY INITIATIVE

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Department of Fleet and Facility Management

URBAN AREAS SECURITY INITIATIVE FY23

Up to $7.3M
2026-08-31
Business DevelopmentCommunity Development

Free to search & build · $99 one-time to unlock the application pack · No subscription

URBAN AREAS SECURITY INITIATIVE

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Chicago Fire Department

URBAN AREAS SECURITY INITIATIVE FY 2023

Up to $9.5M
2026-08-31
Business DevelopmentCommunity Development

Free to search & build · $99 one-time to unlock the application pack · No subscription

URBAN AREAS SECURITY INITIATIVE

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Office of Emergency Management and Communications

URBAN AREAS SECURITY INITIATIVE FY23

Up to $3.3M
2026-08-31
Business DevelopmentCommunity Development

Free to search & build · $99 one-time to unlock the application pack · No subscription

DISABLED SURVIVR GUN COMM VIOLENCE

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Mayor's Office For People With Disabilities

DISABLED SURVIVORS OF GUN & COMMUNITY VIOLENCE

Up to $350K
2026-09-30
Business DevelopmentCommunity Development

Free to search & build · $99 one-time to unlock the application pack · No subscription

LEAD HAZARD REDUCTION DEMONSTRATION

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Department of Public Health

LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD REDUCTION PROGRAM

Up to $8.7M
2026-12-01
Business DevelopmentCommunity Development

Free to search & build · $99 one-time to unlock the application pack · No subscription

EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS

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Department of Family and Support Services

EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS 25/26

Up to $6.7M
2026-12-31
Business DevelopmentCommunity Development

Free to search & build · $99 one-time to unlock the application pack · No subscription

EMERGENCY HOME REPAIR CASH MATCH FUND

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Department of Housing

EMERGENCY HOME REPAIR PROGRAM

Up to $10M
2026-12-31
Business DevelopmentCommunity Development

Free to search & build · $99 one-time to unlock the application pack · No subscription

LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENT PROGRAM

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Department of Water Management

DAYCARE LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENT FY24/25

Up to $2.0M
2026-12-31
Business DevelopmentCommunity Development

Free to search & build · $99 one-time to unlock the application pack · No subscription

CHA FAMILY SUPPORTIVE SERVICES

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Department of Family and Support Services

CHA FAMILY SUPPORTIVE SERVICES

Up to $2.2M
2026-12-31
Business DevelopmentCommunity Development

Free to search & build · $99 one-time to unlock the application pack · No subscription

MATTHEW SHEPARD & JAMES BYRD, JR. HATE CRIMES PROGRAM

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Chicago Police Department

BJA FY 23 MATTHEW SHEPARD AND JAMES BYRD, JR. HATE CRIMES PROGRAM

Up to $400K
2027-09-30
Business DevelopmentCommunity Development

Free to search & build · $99 one-time to unlock the application pack · No subscription

HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP

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Department of Planning and Development

HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP FY 2023

Up to $200K
2027-12-31
Business DevelopmentCommunity Development

Free to search & build · $99 one-time to unlock the application pack · No subscription

HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP FY24

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Department of Housing

HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM FY24

Up to $21.4M
2028-12-31
Business DevelopmentCommunity Development

Free to search & build · $99 one-time to unlock the application pack · No subscription

COMMUNITY PROJECT FUNDING

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Chicago Department of Transportation

STATE/LAKE LOOP ELEVATED

Up to $1M
2029-03-31
Business DevelopmentCommunity Development

Free to search & build · $99 one-time to unlock the application pack · No subscription

HOME FEDERAL GRANT

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Department of Housing

HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP FY25

Up to $17.7M
2030-01-31
Business DevelopmentCommunity Development

Free to search & build · $99 one-time to unlock the application pack · No subscription

HOME PROGRAM INCOME ACCOUNT

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Department of Housing

HOME PROGRAM INCOME FY25

Up to $16.8M
2030-01-31
Business DevelopmentCommunity Development

Free to search & build · $99 one-time to unlock the application pack · No subscription

HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP

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Department of Family and Support Services

HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP - ARP (AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN)

Up to $44M
2030-09-09
Business DevelopmentCommunity Development

Free to search & build · $99 one-time to unlock the application pack · No subscription

HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP

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Department of Housing

HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP - ARP (AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN)

Up to $27.2M
2030-09-09
Business DevelopmentCommunity Development

Free to search & build · $99 one-time to unlock the application pack · No subscription

CARBON REDUCTION PROGRAM

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Chicago Department of Transportation

FFY 2025 STATE/LAKE LOOP ELEVATED

Up to $15M
2031-03-31
Business DevelopmentCommunity Development

Free to search & build · $99 one-time to unlock the application pack · No subscription

Business Development Grant Details: Amounts and Deadlines

Grant NameFunderAmountDeadline
URBAN AREAS SECURITY INITIATIVEDepartment of Fleet and Facility ManagementUp to $7.3MAug 31, 2026
URBAN AREAS SECURITY INITIATIVEChicago Fire DepartmentUp to $9.5MAug 31, 2026
URBAN AREAS SECURITY INITIATIVEOffice of Emergency Management and CommunicationsUp to $3.3MAug 31, 2026
DISABLED SURVIVR GUN COMM VIOLENCEMayor's Office For People With DisabilitiesUp to $350KSep 30, 2026
LEAD HAZARD REDUCTION DEMONSTRATIONDepartment of Public HealthUp to $8.7MDec 1, 2026
EMERGENCY SOLUTIONSDepartment of Family and Support ServicesUp to $6.7MDec 31, 2026
EMERGENCY HOME REPAIR CASH MATCH FUNDDepartment of HousingUp to $10MDec 31, 2026
LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENT PROGRAMDepartment of Water ManagementUp to $2.0MDec 31, 2026
CHA FAMILY SUPPORTIVE SERVICESDepartment of Family and Support ServicesUp to $2.2MDec 31, 2026
MATTHEW SHEPARD & JAMES BYRD, JR. HATE CRIMES PROGRAMChicago Police DepartmentUp to $400KSep 30, 2027

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Frequently Asked Questions: Business Development Grants in Illinois

How many business development grants are available in Illinois?
FindGrants currently lists 18+ business development grants available to organizations in Illinois. This includes federal, state, and foundation funding. New grants are added weekly as opportunities open.
How do I apply for business development grants in Illinois?
Start by searching FindGrants for business development funding in Illinois. Each grant listing includes eligibility requirements, award amounts, and application deadlines. Use the free discovery tool to answer a short questionnaire about your organization, and FindGrants will score and rank the grants you qualify for with application guidance.
Who can apply for business development grants in Illinois?
Eligibility varies by grant. Common eligible applicants for business development grants in Illinois include nonprofits, small businesses, schools, universities, municipalities, tribal governments, healthcare organizations, and faith-based groups. Each grant has specific requirements listed on its detail page.
Are there federal business development grants for Illinois?
Yes. Federal agencies fund business development programs nationwide, and organizations in Illinois are eligible. Federal sources indexed by FindGrants include Grants.gov, SAM.gov, NSF, NIH, USDA, and more. These are listed alongside state and local funding on this page.

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