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Community Development Grants - Small is sponsored by City of Chicago, Department of Planning and Development (DPD). Community Development Grants (CDG) support eligible commercial, mixed-use, and light manufacturing projects, helping to pay for new construction or building renovation. Grants provide funding for up to 75% of total eligible project costs.
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Community Development Grant (CDG) Awards - Home The . gov means it' official Language Apply Translation Community Development Grant (CDG) Awards - Home Community Development Grants Find the right grant for your project From small grants with a cap of $250,000 to large grants in excess of $5 million, support is available for projects of all sizes.
CDG awards support a variety of uses and costs Visit each grant category's information page for eligibility criteria and application guidelines. Apply for a Community Development Grant The City of Chicago helps support business and neighborhood vitality through Small, Medium and Large Community Development Grant (CDG) awards.
CDGs use proceeds from the2024 Housing and Development Bondand other funding sources to support a variety of eligible, business-related investments that create and maintain jobs and quality-of-life improvements for local residents. Applications are open to business owners, property owners, non-profit organizations, community developers and entrepreneurs. For office, retail,light industrial and mixed-use projects.
**Applications are now open. Apply by 11:59 p. m.
on Friday, Aug. 14. ** Medium: $300,001 to $5 million For office, retail, cultural, industrial, institutional and mixed-use projects.
**Applications are now open. Apply by 11:59 p. m.
on Friday, Aug. 14. ** For office, retail, cultural, industrial, institutional and mixed-use projects.
**Applications accepted on a rolling basis. ** **Applications are now open. Apply by 11:59 p.
m. on Friday, Aug. 14 for Small grants.
** Small grants are provided as a reimbursement for up to 75% of the total eligible project expenses with a maximum grant of $250,000. Potential applicants are encouraged to attend an information session or watch a recording before applying. Resources are available to assist with applications,including a recording of an informational webinar held in January 2026.
Those interested in learning more about the application process are invited to attend an upcoming informational webinar. **2026 informational webinar schedule** 10 a. m.
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Wednesday, June 10 | Register Visit theSmall grant resources pageor view theSmall grant FAQfor more information. **Applications are now open. Apply by 11:59 p.
m. on Friday, Aug. 14 for Medium grants.
** Visit theMedium grant FAQor view a recording of an online information sessionfor both Medium and Large grants. Register for free on Submittable to review and complete applications. **Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Business owners, property owners, non-profit organizations, community developers, and entrepreneurs for office, retail, light industrial, and mixed-use projects in Chicago. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $250,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
VGF grants will be used to develop and/or support community-based entities to recruit, manage, and support volunteers. CNCS seeks to fund effective approaches that expand volunteering, strengthen the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit and retain skill-based volunteers, and develop strategies to use volunteers effectively to solve problems. Specifically, the VGF grants will support efforts that expand the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit, manage, support and retain individuals to serve in high quality volunteer assignments.Applicants that receive funding under this Notice may directly carry out the activities supported under the award, or may carry out the activities by making sub-grants to community-based entities, supporting volunteer generation at these entities.). Funding Opportunity Number: AC-05-25-21. Assistance Listing: 94.021. Funding Instrument: G. Category: O. Award Amount: $6.1M total program funding.
National Infrastructure Project Assistance (Mega) Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). This program provides funding for large, complex projects that are difficult to fund by other means and likely to generate national or regional economic, mobility, or safety benefits. Major infrastructure projects, such as new transportation hubs or improved access to remote areas, can have a significant positive impact on tourism.
The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.