Illinois ACES Land Grant Initiative
Forecasted
The Illinois ACES Land Grant Initiative funds interdisciplinary research and Extension projects tackling major challenges in Illinois food systems, agriculture, the environment, communities, and health.
Funder: Illinois Agricultural Experiment Station
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Pre-proposal) | July 2027 (Full proposal)
Funding Amounts: Up to $200,000 per year for up to 3 years per project; multi-year support possible.
Summary: Supports interdisciplinary research and Extension projects addressing key challenges in Illinois food systems, agriculture, economy, environment, communities, and health.
Key Information: Pre-proposal required; only invited teams may submit full proposals.
Description
The Illinois ACES Land Grant Initiative is a competitive funding program, administered by the Illinois Agricultural Experiment Station, that unites research and Extension to deliver practical, research-driven solutions for the pressing challenges facing Illinois communities. Emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration, the initiative seeks to impact areas including food systems, agriculture, the economy, environment, communities, and health. The program embodies the historic land-grant mission by fostering partnerships with stakeholders, ensuring research is relevant, actionable, and publicly impactful.
