Tourism Private Sector Grant Program supports Illinois local partners in attracting and hosting new or enhanced tourism events and festivals to draw visitors, generate overnight stays, and grow local economies.
Tourism Attraction Grant Program supports local partners developing and improving Illinois attractions to draw visitors, strengthen tourism’s economic impact, and support jobs and community growth.
International Tourism Program (Round 2) supports Illinois tourism promoters in marketing attractions and events to international leisure travelers to help grow the state’s tourism industry.
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.
This grant funds Illinois companies in strategic sectors to advance innovation, research, and economic growth through projects that strengthen key industries within the state.
The General Marketing to Attract Tourists Fund supports tourism organizations, businesses, and coalitions with marketing and event projects to attract out-of-state visitors and encourage overnight stays.