The Illinois CDBG Community Revitalization Program funds science-based infrastructure and public facility projects to enhance and sustain community environments across Illinois.
Funder: Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
Due Dates: Rolling (No specific deadlines)
Funding Amounts: $250,000–$2,000,000 per award; total program funding $13,000,000; ~20 anticipated awards
Summary: Supports infrastructure and public facility projects to revitalize Illinois communities.
Key Information: Applicants must be pre-qualified; technical assistance is available but not mandatory.
The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Community Revitalization Program provides funding to support projects that enhance and improve the physical, economic, and social environments of Illinois communities. The program focuses on revitalizing neighborhoods through infrastructure improvements, public facility upgrades, and other initiatives that contribute to sustainable community development and long-term well-being. Funded activities may include, but are not limited to, upgrades to water and sewer systems, street and sidewalk improvements, and enhancements to community facilities.