Epilepsy Program
This grant funds Illinois-based programs that provide education, outreach, and coordinated support services to improve quality of life for people with epilepsy and their families.
Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (full application deadline, projected) | April 2027 (application closing date, projected)
Funding Amounts: ~$3,000,000 total; 2–5 awards, negotiable per project (historical average ~$428,571/year); up to 3 years with possible renewals.
Summary: Funds programs supporting education, outreach, and community-based services for people with epilepsy and their families in Illinois.
Key Information: Applicants must demonstrate experience with intellectual/developmental disabilities and meet Illinois prequalification requirements.
Description
The Epilepsy Program, administered by the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) Division of Developmental Disabilities, supports initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life for individuals with epilepsy and their families throughout Illinois. The program funds services such as education, outreach, advocacy, support groups, counseling, and coordinated care, especially for those not receiving other state-funded waiver services. The goal is to increase public awareness, expand access to resources, and enhance support systems for people living with epilepsy and their caregivers.
