Funding available for water quality projects

The Illinois EPA is offering $5 million in grants for green infrastructure projects that will prevent, eliminate or reduce storm water runoff, or help reduce flooding events throughout the state. Organizations should apply online by Nov. 20.

Applications open for Community Development Block Grants

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity is offering $26 million in grants through the Community Development Block Grant program for public infrastructure and housing rehabilitation projects. Eligible applicants can apply for grants of up to $1 million for public infrastructure projects and up to $650,000 for housing rehabilitation projects. Applications will be accepted until Dec. 4. For more information, visit DCEO’s website.

Grants available for new grocery stores in food deserts

Eligible entities can apply for funding to combat food insecurity across Illinois through the second round of the New Stores in Food Deserts Program. This Illinois Grocery Initiative supports new independent, nonprofit and co-op grocery stores, as well as new stores run by local governments. Learn more and apply by Dec. 2 by visiting the DCEO website. 

Apply for funding from the Illinois Arts Council

 The Illinois Arts Council is accepting applications for the Creative Accelerator Fund. The CAF will provide flexible $10,000 awards to 130 artists across the state with the goal of strengthening the creative workforce and investing in artists’ professional growth. The deadline to apply is Nov. 20. Artists can review eligibility and find more details on the IAC website.

Over $25 million available for electric public transit buses

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency is accepting applications for funding to support the replacement of existing public transit buses with all-electric options. Grants will be awarded to eligible government and transit agencies on a first-come, first-served basis. To learn more and apply, click here.