Blind and Physically Handicapped/TBBS Grants
The Illinois State Library's Blind and Physically Handicapped/TBBS Grants fund accessible news and information services for Illinois residents with visual or physical disabilities.
Funder: Illinois State Library
Due Dates: April 30, 2027
Funding Amounts: ~$350,000 total awarded annually; typical awards support Illinois Radio Information Service stations
Summary: Funds projects that provide accessible news and information to Illinois residents with visual or physical disabilities through specialized broadcast and digital services.
Description
The Illinois State Library's Blind and Physically Handicapped/TBBS Grants program supports initiatives that ensure individuals with visual or physical disabilities in Illinois have equitable access to news, information, and educational resources. The program primarily funds Illinois Radio Information Service stations, which deliver daily broadcasts of local news and information not generally available through standard media channels. Services are accessible via specialized radios, secure web streams, television, and smart speakers, helping participants stay informed and engaged with their communities.
