AmeriCorps Formula Traditional (Illinois)
Illinois Department of Human Services funds organizations to engage AmeriCorps members in evidence-based service projects addressing community needs and advancing equity in Illinois.
Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027: Full application deadline (projected) | June 2027: Evaluation plan/additional docs deadline (projected)
Funding Amounts: ~$6.2M total; individual awards typically $250,000–$1,000,000 per year for up to 12 months; ~15 awards; 24% match required for new grantees.
Summary: Supports Illinois organizations engaging AmeriCorps members in evidence-based service projects to address local community needs and foster member development.
Key Information: All deadlines are projected; confirm on the program page before applying.
Description
This grant, administered by the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS), funds organizations across Illinois to engage AmeriCorps members in direct service and capacity-building projects that address unmet community needs. The program supports evidence-based or evidence-informed interventions in areas such as education, economic opportunity, healthy futures, and services for veterans. Grantees recruit, train, and manage AmeriCorps members, who receive a living allowance and, upon successful completion, an education award. The initiative emphasizes measurable community impact, member development, and advancing equity—particularly in high-need and underserved communities.
