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Grants in Illinois

Browse 795 open grants tagged for Illinois, plus 15,752 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

795

National Grants

15,752

Avg. Award

$9.2M

Total Available

16,547

Illinois Grants by Funding Source

Federal

5

Grants.gov, SAM.gov, NSF, NIH

State

22

Illinois state agencies

Local

677

City and county programs

Private / Foundation

78

Foundation and corporate grants

Top Grants in Illinois

Showing 2 of 795 grants in Illinois, plus 15,752 nationwide grants

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ASSISTANCE TO FIREFIGHTERS

open

Chicago Fire Department

ASSISTANCE TO FIREFIGHTERS - FED FY 2024

Up to $165K
2026-07-14
general

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ASSISTANCE TO FIREFIGHTERS

open

Chicago Fire Department

ASSISTANCE TO FIREFIGHTERS - CITY MATCH FY 2024

Up to $25K
2026-07-14
general

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

Grant Details: Amounts and Deadlines

Grant NameFunderAmountDeadline
ASSISTANCE TO FIREFIGHTERSChicago Fire DepartmentUp to $165KJul 14, 2026
ASSISTANCE TO FIREFIGHTERSChicago Fire DepartmentUp to $25KJul 14, 2026

Top Grant Categories in Illinois

General Purpose265
Infrastructure147
Health138
Technology120
Education81
Community Development81
Housing36
Justice26
Environment21

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Frequently Asked Questions: Illinois Grants

How many grants are available in Illinois?
There are currently 795 grants specifically tagged for Illinois, plus 15,752 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 15,752 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 $9.2M, with a median of $1.3M. Grant sizes range from under $5K for community micro-grants to over $1M for major federal programs.

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By audience served

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Specialty grant areas

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