Illinois State Senator Rachel Ventura

Ventura hosts successful grant workshop

Details: Friday, October 09, 2026 08:30 PM

GATA Event

JOLIET – On Wednesday, Oct. 7, State Senator Rachel Ventura co-hosted an event with the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Agency (ICJIA) and the African American Business Association of Will County designed to help local organizations become familiar with the process of becoming eligible for state grants.

“This workshop provided local governments and community organizations the resources and skills to apply for competitive state grants and ensure we continue to invest in our communities,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “I want to extend my appreciation to the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Agency and the African American Business Association of Will County for their partnership and support of local organizations through the GATA certification process and I am looking forward to hosting similar events again in the future.”

Ventura announces funding opportunity for local fire departments

Details: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 04:00 PM

Sen. Ventura with Bolingbrook FD

JOLIET – State Senator Rachel Ventura announced that applications are now being accepted for the Small Equipment Grant Program benefiting fire departments and ambulance services.

“Keeping our fire departments adequately prepared with the essential tools and resources is crucial,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “Fire departments play a critical role in the protection of our communities, and this funding will ensure they can effectively do their jobs.”

Ventura secures over $553,000 to support tourism in the 43rd District

Details: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 03:17 PM

Sen. Ventura Route 66

JOLIET – Tourism in the 43rd District will receive a financial boost through recent grants to promote Route 66 during its centennial, thanks to State Senator Rachel Ventura, who helped secure over $553,000 for two local organizations.

“From Route 66 and the Old Joliet Prison to the Illinois and Michigan Canal National Heritage Site and the Rialto Square Theater, the 43rd District is home to some of Illinois’ most famous attractions,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “Being situated in the suburbs of Chicago offers a unique challenge to attract domestic and international visitors, but I applaud the efforts and success that our municipalities and visitor bureaus put into promoting all the amazing sites we have in our communities.”

Ventura to host WTTW “Firsthand: Democracy” event

Details: Friday, October 02, 2026 03:04 PM

Ventura WTTW 101326

JOLIET – State Senator Rachel Ventura will be joining forces with WTTW to host an event designed to get young people informed and engaged with the democratic process.

“Engaging the youth in our democratic process is one of the most important things we can do as a society, and I am thrilled to be partnering with WTTW’s Firsthand series to accomplish this,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “WTTW puts a human face on pressing issues and they are positioned perfectly to tell these stories throughout the Chicagoland region.”

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Dear Friends,

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