Direct Service Grants in Illinois
Funds Illinois nonprofits to launch or expand innovative, equity-focused programs addressing service gaps for older adults in priority areas such as caregiving, housing, and social connectedness.
Funder: RRF Foundation for Aging
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (LOI) | February 2027 (Full proposal) | May 2027 (Full proposal) | August 2027 (Full proposal)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards up to $100,000 per year; project budgets vary; up to 10% of RRF request may be for indirect costs.
Summary: Supports Illinois nonprofits to launch or expand innovative, equity-focused programs for older adults in priority aging areas.
Key Information: LOI required; only one LOI per cycle per organization; eligibility quiz is mandatory before LOI access.
Description
This opportunity funds nonprofit organizations in Illinois to implement new or significantly expanded programs that address gaps in service delivery for older adults (60+). Projects must align with one of RRF Foundation for Aging’s priority areas: age equity, caregiving, housing, economic security, or social connectedness. The program emphasizes transformative, scalable approaches, equity and race-conscious strategies, and the dissemination of results to benefit the broader field of aging services. Applicants must demonstrate a clear understanding of the aging network, articulate the service gap being addressed, and propose sustainable, innovative solutions with potential for lasting impact.
