Funding Opportunities
Every project is unique, and no single grant program fits every need. The funding resources below highlight several of the most common programs used by communities throughout Illinois. While funding availability and application cycles change, these programs provide a starting point for identifying potential funding sources.
Find Funding by Project Type
Water & Wastewater
Common Programs
- DCEO CDBG Public Infrastructure
- USDA Water & Waste Disposal
Eligible Project Examples
- Water mains
- Sanitary sewer improvements
- Treatment facilities
- Stormwater infrastructure
Community Facilities
Common Programs
- USDA Community Facilities
- DCEO Capital Programs
- Illinois State Fire Marshall
- SCIRPDC CDI Loan
Eligible Project Examples
- Fire stations
- Community centers
- Equipment purchases
- Other public facilities
Transportation
Common Programs
- Illinois Transp. Enhance. Program (ITEP)
- Rebuild Illinois
- DCEO Comm. Revitalization
Eligible Project Examples
- Road improvements
- Sidewalks
- Streetscapes
- Transportation safety projects
Housing Revitalization
Common Programs
- DCEO CCDBG
- Illinois Housing Development Authority
- USDA Loan
Eligible Project Examples
- Housing rehabilitation
- Affordable housing
- Neighborhood improvements
- Community revitalization
Economic Development
Common Programs
- EDA Public Works
- USDA Rural Business
- DCEO Comm. Revitalization
Eligible Project Examples
- Business expansion
- Industrial development
- Site improvements
- Workforce-related initiatives
Parks & Recreation
Common Programs
- IDNR OSLAD
- IDNR PARC
Eligible Project Examples
- Parks
- Trails
- Playgrounds
- Recreation facilities
- Outdoor community improvements
Additional Funding Resources
While SCIRPDC can help identify and pursue funding opportunities, these external resources provide current grant announcements, program information, and application requirements.
Grants.gov
Search federal grant opportunities across participating federal agencies.
Illinois NOFOs
Browse current Illinois grant opportunities and funding announcements.
SAM.gov
Federal registration and assistance portal required for many grant programs.
Illinois GATA
Grant Accountability and Transparency Act information and resources for Illinois funding programs.
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