Search Through Illinois Grants for Nonprofits in the U.S.

Grants for 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations working in Illinois

300+

Available grants

$99.6M

Total funding amount

$125K

Median grant amount

Illinois grants for nonprofits provide funding to support education, healthcare, arts, and economic development initiatives. The following grants empower organizations to address state-specific challenges, promote equity, and enhance quality of life for Illinois communities.


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Last updated: June 2, 2025. Next update: August 3, 2025.

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Grant Insights : Illinois Grants for Nonprofits

Grant Availability

How common are grants in this category?

Common — grants in this category appear regularly across funding sources.

300+ Illinois grants for nonprofits grants for nonprofits in the United States, from private foundations to corporations seeking to fund grants for nonprofits.

100+ Illinois grants for nonprofits over $25K in average grant size

100+ Illinois grants for nonprofits over $50K in average grant size

48 Illinois grants for nonprofits supporting general operating expenses

200+ Illinois grants for nonprofits supporting programs / projects

2,000+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Education

2,000+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Art & Culture

Grant Deadline Distribution

Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for Illinois grants for Nonprofits?

Most grants are due in the second quarter.

Q1
20.5%
Q2
31.3%
Q3
23.7%
Q4
24.5%

Typical Funding Amounts

What's the typical grant amount funded for Illinois Grants for Nonprofits?

Grants are most commonly $125,000.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What grants are available in Illinois?

There are currently 300+ individual grants available in Illinois. Of these, 100+ have an average award size of over $25,000.

Among these grants, over 2,000+ are for education, and another 2,000+ focus on art & culture. Additionally, 200+ grants support nonprofit programs and projects, and 48 grants are available for general operating expenses.

What types of grants are available for nonprofits in Illinois?

In Illinois, nonprofits can access various types of grants from different funders. Here's a breakdown of where you'll find the most grant opportunities:

  • State & Local Government: There are 125 state and local government grants available in Illinois. Many of these grants focus on public health, education support, community support, and environmental initiatives.
  • Private Foundations: There are around 81 private foundation grants available in Illinois, supporting causes ranging from healthcare to economic growth to the arts and culture.
  • Corporate Funders: There are 25 grants available from corporate funders, largely targeting workforce development, community engagement, and education projects.

State and local government grants provide the largest number of opportunities in Illinois. While government grants offer larger awards, they do require nonprofit organizations to fulfill strict compliance needs.

When is the best time to apply for grants in Illinois?

Available data shows that the best time to apply for grants in Illinois is in Q2 when about 31.3% of deadlines for grants occur, offering nonprofits the most opportunities to secure funding. Q1, on the other hand, is the grant period with the least activity, with only 20.5% of deadlines. Prioritizing your grant strategy for Q2 can help increase your odds of winning grant funding in Illinois.

What is the overall funding landscape in Illinois?

Based on funding reports sent to the IRS, overall grant funding decreased in Illinois from $15.9 billion in 2021 to $8.3 billion in 2022, reflecting a 47.62% drop. The largest areas for funding included professional societies and associations, alliance/advocacy organizations, and research institutes and/or public policy analysis. The top counties that received the most funding during this time were Cook County ($5.2 billion), Lake County ($547.8 million), and Champaign County ($445.3 million).

How can Instrumentl help nonprofits find and win more grants in Illinois?

If you want to find and win more grants in Illinois, Instrumentl uncomplicates the process. You’ll access tools for grant discovery, keeping up to date with deadlines, and application management. Instrumentl helps nonprofits uncover the best funding opportunities.

Instrumentl also has a database of 20,000 live grants and 400,000 funders. For insights into which tools are the best for managing grants, check out our guide to the best grant management software to learn how Instrumentl can help your organization succeed.