Creative Learning Grants for Schools
Forecasted
The Illinois Arts Council's Creative Learning Grants for Schools fund arts education resources and partnerships to enrich curriculum and student experiences in Illinois public and charter schools.
Funder: Illinois Arts Council
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Full application) | September 2027 (Final report)
Funding Amounts: Up to $20,000 per application for the grant period (one year); regional allocation applies.
Summary: Supports Illinois public and charter schools to expand arts education by funding supplies, materials, equipment, or services from local artists and arts organizations.
Key Information: Only public K-12 schools, districts, and charter schools in Illinois are eligible; FY26 CLGS recipients and private schools are excluded.
Description
The Illinois Arts Council’s Creative Learning Grants for Schools program is designed to enrich arts education in Illinois public and charter schools by supporting the acquisition of supplies, equipment, materials, or services from Illinois artists and arts organizations. The grant aims to address student needs and enhance arts learning by enabling schools to integrate meaningful, accessible, and curriculum-connected arts experiences. Funding is regionally allocated, and the program is intended to remove barriers and improve the quality of arts instruction statewide.
