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ETIP - Strategic Sectors Single Company Grant NOFO Posting is a grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) that funds Illinois employers in upgrading the technological skills of their workforce and introducing efficient business practices to increase competitiveness and expand market share.
The Employment Training in Priority (ETIP) program aims to enhance employment opportunities for Illinois citizens by helping companies adopt advanced technologies and modern operational practices. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based for-profit employers seeking to train existing employees in strategic technology sectors aligned with the state's economic development priorities.
Awards support workforce training activities and skill upgrades that lead to increased employee earnings and long-term economic self-sufficiency.
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Apply for Funding - Grant Opportunities SCAM ALERT: DCEO has been made aware of organizations receiving fraudulent “notice of award” letters claiming to be from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. These are not legitimate notices from DCEO. If your organization receives a notice, please report it to the Federal Trade Commission and/or the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center .
Manufacturing Training Academies Application Deadline: April 30, 2026: Capital grants provided through this opportunity will support the creation of Manufacturing Training Academies located at community colleges in the state.
Manufacturing Training Academies provide education and training enabling students to get hired and to advance in occupations associated with priority sectors identified in the most recent Illinois Economic Plan ( https://dceo. illinois. gov/econplan2024.
html ). In order to maximize the effectiveness of this investment, the applicant must demonstrate that workforce training will be aligned with the needs of with regional industry leaders. Regional Site Readiness Program - Capital Ready – Round 2 Application Deadline: April 30, 2026: The Regional Site Readiness Program aims to better prepare sites for industrial development across the state.
Input from community leaders and economic development experts has raised the need for flexible funding to support construction and infrastructure improvements to prepare sites for future development. This is the second round of the Regional Site Readiness Program and includes some minor changes from last year’s program.
Regional Site Readiness Program – Planning – Round 2 Application Deadline: April 30, 2026: The Regional Site Readiness Program aims to better prepare sites for industrial development across the state. Input from community leaders and economic development experts has raised the need for flexible funding to support construction and infrastructure improvements to prepare sites for future development.
This is the second round of the Regional Site Readiness Program and includes some minor changes from last year’s program. Strategic Manufacturing Facility Application Deadline: May 8, 2026: The goal of this program is to support the comprehensive renovation of an existing extension structure into a permanent manufacturing training academy located in McLean County.
The strategic repurposing must utilize existing structural foundations and utilities. This program would provide a state match to companies that have received awards through the SBIR and STTR grant programs.
Business Attraction Prime Sites Application Deadline: June 30, 2027: The intent of this program is to assist companies with large-scale capital investment projects that commit to significant job creation for Illinois residents as they relocate or expand operations within Illinois.
Business Attraction Prime Sites grants can encompass a wide range of economic development projects and may include infrastructure and capital equipment purchases that will result in job creation in the state of Illinois.
Small Business Development Centers Application Deadline: Rolling: The Illinois Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) located throughout the state provide information, confidential business guidance, training, and other resources to start-up and existing small businesses.
In addition, the Illinois SBDCs help clients with securing needed business capital, marketing, exporting, commercialization of new ideas, development of innovative products and services. Client projects range from early-stage, pre-revenue concepts to established business operations.
Future Energy Job Act Multi-Cultural Application Deadline: Rolling: The Multi-Cultural Jobs Programs supports community-based, diversity focused organizations that strive to provide participants with development, economic or career-related opportunities within the clean energy sector.
Grants will support services the Economic Development Regions that are environmental justice communities and/or underrepresented populations living in communities that are eligible to receive workforce services.
ETIP - Strategic Sectors Single Company Grant NOFO Posting Application Deadline: Rolling: The ETIP Program aims to enhance employment opportunities for Illinois citizens by assisting Illinois employers in upgrading the technological skills of their workforce and introducing efficient business practices, allowing them to be more efficient and competitive and expand their market shares.
The training and upgraded skills will help facilitate increases in employee earnings, future employment opportunities, and economic self-sufficiency. Federal Grant Support Program - Round 2 Application Deadline: Rolling: The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity’s (DCEO)’s Federal Grant Support Program will make $16. 9 million available to Illinois-based proposals seeking competitive federal grants.
This match program will encourage more applicants to apply for federal grant opportunities, provide critical assistance to meet the minimum match eligibility requirements, increase the competitiveness of applications, and provide the State of Illinois with an opportunity to make a firm commitment and demonstration of support for projects that are well aligned with the State’s economic development goals and priorities.
Community Development Block Grant Economic Development Program Application Deadline: Rolling: The program provides federal funding for community-based projects. Communities in non-metropolitan areas can apply for Economic Development funding to assist private business in retaining or creating full-time, permanent jobs.
Grant funds may also be used for improvements to public infrastructure that directly supports companies in local communities. Illinois Reproductive Grant Expansion Program Application Deadline: Rolling: Illinois Reproductive Grant Extension Program will provide grants for pregnancy centers which include organizations or facilities that has health care employees, volunteers, or agents who are licensed health care professionals.
Pregnancy-related services include any medical service, or health counseling service, related to the prevention, preservation, or termination of pregnancy. Organizations are not to engage in unfair methods or deceptive acts or practices, including the use or employment of any deception, fraud, false pretense, false promise, or misrepresentation to interfere with or prevent an individual from seeking to gain entry or access.
CDBG Disaster Response Program Application Deadline: Rolling: This program is designed for communities experiencing an imminent and urgent threat to public health and safety as indicated by a disaster declaration by the Governor of the State of Illinois. Connect with a DCEO Representative Locate Your Business In IL Start Your Business in IL
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Illinois employers including small businesses. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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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.
Land & Building Acquisition NOFO (FY26) is sponsored by Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO). This initiative provides funding for capital improvements in Illinois for the State Fiscal Year 2026. It supports projects outlined in the annual appropriation bill, ensuring effective use of state resources to enhance community infrastructure and services.
SBIR/STTR Phase I Matching Grant Program (Illinois) is sponsored by Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO). This non-competitive matching grant program supports Illinois-based small businesses that have received a federal SBIR or STTR Phase I award. The program provides state funds to help recipients complete their Phase I work, accelerate commercialization, and prepare a competitive Phase II proposal.
The purpose of this FOA is to provide funding for up to four (4) Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) that will provide entrepreneurial development services to Native American communities, focusing on supplying services to socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs in locations that are outside of the geographical areas of existing SBA resources. Eligible applicants must be Tribal Colleges and Universities as defined in the Higher Education Act HEA 316 (U.S.C. 1059c). Funding Opportunity Number: SB-GC7J-23-002. Assistance Listing: 59.007. Funding Instrument: G. Category: BC,ED. Award Amount: Up to $250K per award.
The purpose of this FOA is to provide funding for up to two (2) private, non-profit organizations that will provide entrepreneurial development services to women, with an emphasis on socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs in locations that are outside of the geographical areas of existing WBCs for the District of Columbia (DC) and the State of Oregon. There will be one award for each location. Eligible applicants must be private, non-profit organizations with 501(c) tax exempt status from the U.S. Treasury’s Internal Revenue Service and must provide services to the District of Columbia (DC) and State of Oregon. Funding Opportunity Number: SB-OEDWB-23-002. Assistance Listing: 59.043. Funding Instrument: G. Category: BC,CD,RD. Award Amount: $75K – $150K per award.
Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Programs Phase I is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). The USDA SBIR/STTR programs support small businesses in creating innovative, disruptive technologies with commercial potential or societal benefit, including projects dealing with agriculturally-related manufacturing and alternative and renewable energy technologies. Specialty tubing could be relevant for agricultural equipment or renewable energy systems.