Illinois REEF offers grants for virtual, customizable diversity and inclusion training to help real estate firms address unconscious bias and foster inclusive, representative workplaces.
Funder: Illinois Real Estate Educational Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (first-come, first-served)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000 per grant; reimbursement basis
Summary: Supports Illinois REALTOR® firms with customizable virtual training to advance diversity, inclusion, and combat unconscious bias in real estate workplaces.
Key Information: Awards are made until funds are exhausted; training must be completed and documented for reimbursement.
The Diversity and Inclusion Grant Program, offered by the Illinois Real Estate Educational Foundation (REEF) in partnership with Illinois REALTORS®, provides funding for Illinois REALTOR® member firms to host virtual, customizable diversity and inclusion training. The program aims to help brokerages, brokers, leasing agents, and office staff adopt inclusionary business practices, address unconscious bias, and foster workplaces representative of their communities. Training is delivered by experienced diversity trainers and tailored to the specific needs of each office or company.