Healing Illinois
Funds a single organization to lead and distribute sub-grants for statewide racial healing, equity, and justice activities through the Healing Illinois initiative.
Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000,000 for one award; 12-month period with possible two 1-year renewals; no cost sharing required.
Summary: Supports a single organization to lead statewide racial healing, equity, and justice activities through sub-grants, technical assistance, and engagement across Illinois.
Key Information: Only one award is anticipated; applicants must demonstrate extensive grantmaking and racial equity experience.
Description
This opportunity funds a single organization to administer and implement the Healing Illinois initiative, a statewide program aimed at advancing racial equity and justice through community-based racial healing activities. The selected grantee will manage a competitive sub-grant process, distribute funds strategically across Illinois, and provide training, capacity-building, and technical assistance to partner organizations. Activities may include racial healing circles, restorative justice events, arts projects, and facilitated conversations addressing the impacts of systemic racism. The initiative seeks to foster trust, build relationships, and create a foundation for long-term racial healing and anti-racism in Illinois.
