Federal Grant Support Program - Round 2
The Federal Grant Support Program - Round 2 helps Illinois organizations pursue federal grants by offering matching funds and technical assistance for science and research projects aligned with state priorities.
Funder: Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
Due Dates: Rolling (must apply at least 3 weeks before the associated federal grant deadline)
Funding Amounts: $10,000–$2,000,000 per award | Up to $16.9M total program funding | Up to 30 awards | 1:1 cash match required
Summary: Supports Illinois organizations seeking competitive federal grants by providing matching funds and technical assistance to strengthen applications aligned with state economic priorities.
Key Information: Applications must be submitted at least 3 weeks before the related federal grant deadline; pre-qualification in the Illinois GATA portal is mandatory.
Description
This program is designed to boost the capacity of Illinois-based organizations to secure and manage competitive federal grants. The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) offers financial and technical support for grant writing, project development, and administrative infrastructure. The initiative aims to increase Illinois' competitiveness for federal funding, encourage innovative projects, and foster alignment with state economic development goals. The grant provides matching funds to meet federal match requirements or to make applications more competitive, helping applicants demonstrate state commitment in their federal proposals.
