Federal Grant Support Program - Round 2
This program helps Illinois organizations strengthen and improve federal grant applications for research and science by providing matching funds and technical assistance to boost competitiveness.
Funder: Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
Due Dates: Rolling
Funding Amounts: $10,000–$2,000,000 per award | Total program funding: $16,900,000
Summary: Supports Illinois organizations in strengthening their ability to compete for and secure federal grants by providing matching funds and technical assistance.
Key Information: Applicants must be pre-qualified before applying; cost sharing/match is required.
Description
The Federal Grant Support Program - Round 2, administered by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), aims to help Illinois-based entities increase their competitiveness for federal grant opportunities. The program provides financial support, including matching funds, to enhance the quality of federal grant applications and to demonstrate state commitment to projects that align with Illinois’ economic development goals. The initiative is designed to bring more federal resources into the state by strengthening the capacity of organizations to pursue and secure federal funding.
