School Maintenance Project Grant
The School Maintenance Project Grant from the Illinois State Board of Education funds essential repairs and upgrades to improve the safety and functionality of educational facilities.
Funder: Illinois State Board of Education
Due Dates: January 29, 2027 (Full application deadline for FY2027)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 per project (state matching, dollar-for-dollar); local match required; grant term up to 2 years
Summary: Supports Illinois educational institutions in funding essential maintenance, repairs, and upgrades to educational buildings and structures.
Key Information: Applicants must provide a local match equal to the grant amount; allowable activities exclude ongoing operational costs and in-house labor.
Description
The School Maintenance Project Grant is a competitive, state matching grant program administered by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) to help educational institutions maintain and improve their physical infrastructure. The grant provides up to $50,000 per project for the maintenance or upkeep of buildings or structures used for educational purposes. Eligible projects may include emergency repairs, health and life safety improvements, energy conservation measures, and permanent building upgrades. The goal is to ensure students learn in safe, healthy, and functional environments.
