[Advocacy-outreach] [Communications] Invitation to attend Black Farmers Lobby Day w/Illinois Lawmakers!

Tue Apr 22 10:27:21 CDT 2025

Posted on CCGA's FB page now.

Best of Luck,
Communications Team

On Tue, Apr 22, 2025 at 10:13 AM Batka, Sarah via Communications <
communications at chicagocommunitygardens.org> wrote:

> HI David,
> TY for sharing this important event with us. I’ve posted this event to the
> CCGA calendar:
> http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/black-farmer-lobby-day-springfield/
>
>
>
> Sarah Batka
>
> Local Foods Small Farms Program Coordinator
>
> U of I Extension, Serving Cook County
>
> 8753 S Greenwood #100, Chicago, IL 60619
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> w. 217-300-8636
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>
> *sbatka at illinois.edu <sbatka at illinois.edu> *
>
>
>
> *From:* Communications <communications-bounces at chicagocommunitygardens.org>
> *On Behalf Of *David Bandua via Communications
> *Sent:* Monday, April 21, 2025 5:11 PM
> *To:* communications at chicagocommunitygardens.org;
> advocacy-outreach at chicagocommunitygardens.org
> *Subject:* [Communications] Invitation to attend Black Farmers Lobby Day
> w/Illinois Lawmakers!
>
>
>
> Hi Chicago Community Gardeners Association,
>
> Firstly a belated Happy Passover (Easter) greetings to you and your
> network of Farmers, Growers and or Food Producers.
>
> Shifting to the above attached Flyer, I’m forwarding along notice of the
> 3rd ever Black Farmers Lobby Day, hosted by Illinois Congress State
> Representative. Sonya Harper, and to be held on May 14th, 2025 (in 3 weeks)
> in Springfield, State Capitol.
>
> This is an important meeting day especially for Black Farmers, Growers and
> or in Food Space across Illinois, where they’ll be given opportunity to
> come meet and lobby in person, their own personal concerns and needs to
> Illinois State lawmakers themselves in regards to farming problems, issues
> that need fixing or help with.
>
>
>
> *CALL TO ACTION*
>
> Therefore since Chicago Community Gardeners Association is an essential
> Farmer, Grower or Food Producer in the Agriculture food space of Illinois,
> this Flyer is forwarded to you, inviting you and your vital network of
> Farmers, Growers and Food producers to Kindly do following:
>
>    1.  *Register* for Black Farmers Lobby Day (Scan QR code on above
>    Flyer to take you to Registration page)
>    2.  *Share Lobby Day Info* within your own network of Farmers,
>    Growers, Food Producer
>    3.  *Attend and be part of Black Farmers Lobby Day* May 14th, 2025.
>
>
>
> *IMPORTANT NOTES TO REMEMBER*
>
>
>
> *I. * For more info on Black Farmers Lobby Day event and happenings
> itself, feel free to Contact Rep. Harper’s own Office on;
>
> PH:  773-925-6580
>
> Email: repsonyaharper at gmail.com
>
>
>
> *II.* Kindly please note that Lobby Day is only 3 weeks away - therefore *don’t
> forget to Register* (scan QR code in above Flyer) in order to participate
> for event!
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> Kind Regards,
>
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>
>
> David.B
>
>
>
> On Sun, Oct 20, 2024 at 13:07 David Bandua <sirdavymangi at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> Hi ‘Chicago Community Gardeners Association’
>
> In regards to your very important, highly laudable role as an Association
> that helps feed, alleviate hunger within underserved Chicago Communities
> through advocacy and assistance of Community Gardens (and due to me being
> an Agricultural enthusiast myself), am thus forwarding to you details of
> Grant opportunities that could be available for your Association, fellow
> Farmers, Growers or partners, to get more funding from Illinois State
> itself, as highlighted by 6th District State Representative. Sonya Harper
> in her “Small Business Advisory Committee” held Oct 17th - meeting in which
> I myself sat on.
>
>
>
> *CALL TO ACTION*
>
> The Call To Action, would be for ‘Chicago Community Gardeners
> Association’ , it’s fellow Farmers/Growers or partners to *make immediate
> use of the described funding opportunities available to them as Farmers,
> Small Business Owners, and growers in Illinois* - before the programs’
> own expiration dates around Dec 2024.
>
> Therefore, would ‘Chicago Community Gardeners Association’, Kindly pass
> along the respective Grant Flyer funding details (attached below) to other
> fellow Farmers and partners as well.
>
> Many Thanks.
>
>
>
> *GRANT(S) DETAILS*
>
> The Grant Flyer (attached below) details and advises Illinoians, on a
> plethora of available Grants for them, as Farmers, Business owners, Grocers
> and all those in the Food Space, that they all can make use of to do the
> following :
>
> - Scale their Farm business endeavor
>
> - Alleviate unnecessary Farm business costs, or
>
> - Get a general helping hand up for their Farm business.
>
> In particular, the most important listed Grants highlighted by Rep. Harper
> that should be made use of (among many more from forwarded email below),
> are the very first 2 respective Grants from this same list, namely:
>
>
>
> *1. GOOD FOOD PROGRAM INITIATIVE COMMUNITY FUND 2024 (GFPI)*
>
> Helps food producers like ‘Chicago Community Gardeners Association’,
> Farmers/Growers, with funding or technical expertise, to gain better
> market access and sell their produce within a 250mi radius of Chicago
> (500mi for meat producers).
>
>
>
> *2. SMALL BUSINESS GRANT*
>
> Reimburses $150,000 - $2,400,000 on Capital costs to qualifying
> applicants, who set up a grocery store in an Illinois food desert.
>
>
>
> May ‘Chicago Community Gardeners Association’, its great dedicated Staff,
> Beneficiaries, Farmers and partners have a very Blessed and early Happy
> Thanksgiving 🙏🏾🍂
>
>
>
> Regards,
>
> David.
>
>
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>
>
>
>
> ---------- Forwarded message ---------
> From: *Rep Sonya Harper* <repsonyaharper at 48821329.mailchimpapp.com>
> Date: Thu, Oct 17, 2024 at 9:31 PM
> Subject: Grocery Store Grants and More for Small Businesses!
> To: <sirdavymangi at gmail.com>
>
>
>
> Grocery and Local Foods Grants, Join our Advisory Committee
>
> * News from Representative Sonya M. Harper*
> Grants for Small Businesses, Join Our Advisory Committee
>
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>
> *Greetings Neighbor,*
>
> Join us tonight at * 6pm* for our monthly * Small Business and Economic
> Development Advisory Committee Meeting.*
>
> Meeting ID: 871 5704 1872
> Passcode: 501943
> Dial in (312) 626-6799
>
> Also below you will find a* list of current grant opportunities* from the
> Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity.  We have been working hard
> to ensure that we can help grow small businesses and bring in new jobs
> including eliminating food deserts. Take a look below to see what
> opportunities your organization or business may qualify for.
>
> Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns.
>
> Rep. Sonya M. Harper
> State Representative, 6th District
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> *Join Meeting*
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> *Illinois Grocery Initiative *
>
> Apply today to help eliminate food deserts!
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> *Illinois Grocery Initiative – New Stores in Food Deserts*
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> *Program Details: *This program will improve access to fresh food within
> food deserts by providing incentives to establish grocery stores. The
> Illinois Grocery Initiative New Stores in Food Deserts program is intended
> to address the challenge of food deserts. Food deserts are census tracts
> meeting specific criteria related to poverty standards, population density,
> and limited fresh food accessibility. This program aims to combat food
> insecurity by offering competitive grants to support the establishment of
> new grocery stores in these areas by reimbursing successful applicants for
> eligible capital and non-capital costs. Awards will range from $150,000 to
> $2,400,000.
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> *Eligible Applicants:* Units of local government, independent grocers, or
> cooperatives with fewer than 500 employees and no more than four grocery
> locations. This includes for-profit and nonprofit entities. Eligibility for
> this program will also be based geographic location, characteristics of
> prospective store ownership, and the intended offering of the stores.
>
> *Application Deadline: *December 2, 2024
>
> *Watch Technical Assistance Session Video Here: *
> https://illinois.webex.com/illinois/ldr.php?RCID=7fcbca8fcd85ac24652d723b2c6fb1d0
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> *Applications open for the 2024 GFPI Community Fund*
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> *Clean Energy Jobs Act Opportunities*
> Jobs in the New Green Economy!
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> *Clean Jobs Workforce Network Program*
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=5d15eda918&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfnpl0tVdQ$>
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> *Program Details:* This program creates 13 regional Clean Jobs Workforce
> Hubs (“Workforce Hubs”) throughout the State to provide clean energy and
> related workforce and training opportunities to participants. The program
> will serve people living in equity eligible communities. Robust barrier
> reduction funding is available for participants who experience barriers to
> employment.
>
> *Eligible Applicants:* Community-based organizations that provide
> employment, skill development or related services, and that have
> demonstrated relationships with residents and organizations serving the
> community are invited to apply. At this time, the Department is accepting
> applications from Carbondale, Danville, and Peoria.
>
> *Application Deadline:* December 2, 2024
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> *Energy Transition Navigator Program*
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=ee9cacf126&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTflm7mkIDw$>
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> *Program Details:* This program will provide grants to community-based
> providers to serve as Energy Transition Navigator Teams to recruit eligible
> individuals to participate in the Clean Jobs Workforce Network Program and
> the Illinois Climate Works Pre-apprenticeship Program.
>
> *Eligible Applicants:* Eligible applicants are community-based providers.
> One organization may propose to deliver all services or may subcontract
> with or partner with other entities to provide program elements or conduct
> outreach to specific populations or communities. At this time, the
> Department is accepting applications from Champaign.
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> *Application Deadline: *December 2, 2024
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> *Returning Residents Clean Jobs Training Program*
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=b9880ebb4e&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfmPDwM8Uw$>
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> *Program Details:* This program will provide grants to organizations to
> train people who are incarcerated in the Illinois Department of Corrections
> facilities. Participants will receive essential employability skills
> training as part of vocational or occupational training. The training will
> lead to certifications or credentials that prepare candidates for
> employment. The Returning Resident Program will use a standard Clean Jobs
> Curriculum for Returning Residents.
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> *Eligible Applicants:* At this time, the Department is accepting
> applications from organizations proposing to serve the following
> correctional facilities: Western Illinois Correctional Center and Vienna
> Correctional Center.
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> *UPDATED Application Deadline:* *November 26, 2024*
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> All currently available DCEO funding opportunities can be found on our
> website
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> *Regional Site Readiness Program – Capital Ready*
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> *Program Details:*  The Regional Site Readiness Program – Capital Ready
> will support infrastructure and other capital improvements on sites across
> the state to advance site readiness of properties with industrial and
> manufacturing economic development potential.
>
> *Eligible Applicants:* Local governments, Economic development
> organizations, Nonprofit organizations, For-profit organizations, Private
> landowner
>
> *Application Deadline:* October 21, 2024
> *Apply Here*
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=908e468d4f&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfnUAEHL4A$>
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> *Regional Site Readiness Program – Planning*
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> *Program Details:*  The Regional Site Readiness Program – Planning will
> support planning and due diligence activities for sites across the state to
> advance early-stage site readiness on properties with industrial and
> manufacturing economic development potential.
>
> *Eligible Applicants:* Local governments, Economic development
> organizations, Nonprofit organizations, For-profit organizations, Private
> landowner
>
> *Application Deadline:* October 21, 2024
> *Apply Here*
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> *Energy Transition Community Grant Program - Zion Nuclear Plant Local
> Taxing Bodies*
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> *Program Details:*  Energy Transition Community Grant Program will award
> grants to promote economic development in eligible communities. Grants must
> be used to plan for or address the economic and social impact on the
> community or region of plant retirement or transition.
>
> *Eligible Applicants:*  Local units of government, including
> municipalities, counties, school districts, and other taxing districts that
> are taxing authorities for the Zion nuclear plant.
>
> *Application Deadline:* October 28, 2024
> *Apply Here*
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>
> *Community Development Block Grant – Coronavirus Healthy Houses Program*
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> *Program Details:*  The CDBG-CV Healthy Houses program targets housing
> projects which preserve multi-family, landlord owned, low to moderate
> income units, up to six units total, and encourage neighborhood
> revitalization with an emphasis on maintaining health and safety. The funds
> are being made available for installation and/or replacement of entire
> Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems in multi-family,
> low to moderate income rentals.
>
> *Eligible Applicants:* Units of local government, i.e. City, Village or
> County in the State of Illinois. NOTE: This includes local governments that
> are or are part of a CDBG Entitlement Area.
>
> *Application Deadline:* November 6, 2024
> *Apply Here*
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> *Clean Energy Career Pathway Program*
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=ecd6fe04d6&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfm-ydQveA$>
> *Program Details:*  The Clean Energy Career Pathway Program will provide
> funding directly to eligible recipients to support the planning and
> implementation of a Clean Energy Career Pathway. Programs will include
> coursework, field experiences, and work-based learning designed to prepare
> students for entrance into careers focusing on electric vehicles. This
> funding opportunity seeks qualified, eligible public or private educational
> institutions at the secondary and post-secondary level that will work with
> the Local Workforce Innovation Areas and employers to recruit students into
> clean energy fields and create pathways encompassing technical and
> employability skills with dual credit options.
>
> *Eligible Applicants:*  Regional Offices of Education (ROEs);
> Intermediate Service Centers (ISCs); state institutions of higher
> education; schools designated as laboratory schools, public university
> laboratory schools approved by the Illinois State Board of Education
> (ISBE); area vocational centers; charter schools; cooperatives and other
> joint agreements with a governing body or board of control; schools
> operated by an ROE, ISC, or state agency; and school districts are eligible
> to apply. Entities that are approved shall be responsible for ensuring that
> they have facilities available and educators who are appropriately trained
> on use of any technologies or devices acquired for the purposes of the
> grant. Collaborative applications will be accepted. Entities are allowed to
> submit one application. Eligible entities must partner with a Community
> College, a Local Workforce Innovation Area, and employers to pilot clean
> the energy pathway programs.
>
> *Application Deadline:* November 12, 2024
> *Apply Here*
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>
> *Community Development Block Grant – Coronavirus Rural Shelter Program*
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> *Program Details:*  The Rural Shelter program funds construction,
> reconstruction, rehabilitation, or acquisition of property for Homeless (as
> defined by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
> Shelters in an effort to increase capacity to pre-COVID levels. The Rural
> Shelter program is limited to those areas that do not receive direct
> Community Development Block Grant entitlement assistance from HUD..
>
> *Eligible Applicants:*  Units of general local government (i.e. cities,
> villages, townships or counties). Municipalities may submit “on behalf of”
> applications for local entities that otherwise would not be eligible to
> apply, for example, a not-for-profit shelter. Municipalities must not be a
> HUD direct Entitlement community or be located in an urban county that
> receives “entitlement” funds. Have a current Shelter Funding Strategy
> identifying needs and plans to meet the needs. Have a strong collaborative
> relationship with all relevant local entities (service providers, community
> organizations, etc.) and have letters of support from a minimum of 5
> community homelessness support services.
>
> *Application Deadline:* November 14, 2024
> *Apply Here*
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> *Community Development Block Grant – Public Infrastructure Program*
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> *Program Details:*  The program provides federal funding for a variety of
> community-based projects. Communities in non-metropolitan areas can apply
> for grant funding to improve public infrastructure and eliminate conditions
> detrimental to public health, safety and public welfare. Local governments
> may request grant funds that allow public facilities to undertake projects
> designed to alleviate these conditions. Priority is given for water,
> sanitary and storm sewer projects.
>
> *Eligible Applicants:* Only units of general local government (i.e.,
> cities, villages, townships and counties) may apply for funding.
>
> *Application Deadline:* December 4, 2024
> *Apply Here*
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=514b871871&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfmK0B1yrA$>
>
>
>
> *Community Development Block Grant – Grant Housing Rehabilitation Program*
>
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=54f34b9004&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTflAqAMzMQ$>
> *Program Details:*  The program targets housing projects which preserve
> single-family, owner-occupied housing and encourage neighborhood
> revitalization. The funds are available to local governments to address
> housing needs of eligible low-to-moderate income households. Rehabilitation
> codes and standards which address mechanical, structural, energy efficiency
> and other associated rehabilitation activities should, at a minimum,
> incorporate applicable State plumbing, electrical and lead based paint
> codes as well as any local rehabilitation codes and standards.
>
> *Eligible Applicants:* Only units of general local government (i.e.,
> cities, villages, townships and counties) may apply for funding.
>
> *Application Deadline:* December 4, 2024
> *Apply Here*
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=c57dc59642&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfkkvFLzVQ$>
>
>
>
> *Quality Jobs Program*
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=ac7913b6cf&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfnyXYU8yw$>
> *Program Details:*  The Quality Jobs Pilot Program is a joint initiative
> of the State workforce partners and the Illinois Department of Labor
> (ILDOL) that is focused on developing, testing and evaluating strategies
> that improve the quality of jobs for workers and increase the
> competitiveness of key industries and employers.
>
> *Eligible Applicants:*  Local Workforce Innovation Area grantees that
> administer the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Title IB programs.
>
> *Application Deadline:* December 31, 2024
> *Apply Here*
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=0ad87bccf0&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfmfH0pvwA$>
>
>
>
> *Equitable Energy Future Grant Program*
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=1d982bf2e5&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfnogmK-sA$>
> *Program Details:*  The Equitable Energy Future Grant Program funding is
> intended to address barriers to project, community, and business
> development in justice-impacted communities caused by a lack of available
> capital.
>
> *Eligible Applicants:*  Equity Eligible Contractors (EEC) that can
> provide an Illinois Power Agency EEC certification.
>
> *Application Deadline:* December 31, 2024
> *Apply Here*
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=ba6cff747e&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfmbG-xlfw$>
>
>
>
> *Business Attraction Prime Sites*
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=ba946081c9&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfl_9Dzt6g$>
> *Program Details:*  The intent of this program is to assist companies
> with large-scale capital investment projects that commit to significant job
> creation for Illinois residents as they relocate or expand operations
> within Illinois.  Business Attraction Prime Sites grants can encompass a
> wide range of economic development projects and may include infrastructure
> and capital equipment purchases that will result in job creation in the
> State of Illinois.
>
> *Eligible Applicants:*  Businesses that: are relocating to or expanding
> operations in Illinois, received confirmation of eligibility for an EDGE,
> HIB, REV or MICRO credit or has a pending application for the EDGE, HIB,
> REV or MICRO programs that is ultimately approved, for businesses applying
> for and/or are eligible for EDGE or HIB, are committed to: hiring at least
> 40 new employees that are Illinois residents to work onsite where project
> is located, AND making a $40 million investment, OR hiring at least 100 new
> employees that are Illinois residents to work onsite where project is
> located, AND making a $20 million investment1, are operating in one of the
> following industries of focus from the 2019Illinois Economic Plan (
> https://dceo.illinois.gov/econplan2019.html
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=0f1d1084a7&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfm3zrb3rw$>):
> Agribusiness and Ag Tech, Energy, Information Technology, Life Sciences and
> Healthcare, Manufacturing, Transportation and Logistics.
>
> *Application Deadline:* June 30, 2025
> *Apply Here*
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=d59b3dc49d&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfloTbsZ9A$>
>
>
>
> *SBIR/STTR Match Program*
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=c6443f1480&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTflgryRAOg$>
> : (This was a bill sponsored by Rep Harper!)
> *Program Details:*  The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and
> Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) are competitive federal grant
> programs that provide funding opportunities for small businesses to perform
> research and development (R&D) on technology of interest to federal
> agencies. Both projects provide funding to explore the potential of
> high-tech products and encourage commercialization of those products. This
> program would provide a state match to companies that have received awards
> through the SBIR and STTR grant programs.
>
> *Eligible Applicants:*  For-profit businesses based in Illinois (defined
> as principal place of business in Illinois) that have received an SBIR or
> STTR Phase I award from a participating federal agency.
>
> *Application Deadline:* June 30, 2025
> *Apply Here*
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=d956a7f076&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfkAO5-Iyw$>
>
>
>
> *CDBG Economic Development Program*
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=0359289678&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfn3NDqcFA$>
>
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=2728baa512&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfkN5QMfMg$>
>
>
> *Program Details: *The Economic Development component funds are available
> on an as-needed basis throughout the year to all eligible applicants
> meeting program component requirements until all funds allocated to this
> component have been distributed. All awards in this category are predicated
> upon project feasibility and a demonstrated need for funds. Only projects
> that create and/or retain permanent jobs will be funded. Projects should
> attract sizable private investment, have solid commitments to create or
> retain permanent jobs and demonstrate financial feasibility and benefit to
> low-to-moderate income persons.
>
> *Eligible Applicants:* Only units of general local government (i.e.,
> cities, villages, townships and counties) may apply for funding.
>
> *Application Deadline: *Rolling.
>
> *Apply Here*
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=948aad2849&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfl0FXtTpg$>
>
>
>
>
> *CDBG Disaster Response Program*
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=e27bb54d35&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfnCzdeT_Q$>
>
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=9fe35f8d36&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfl839kXKQ$>
>
>
> *Program Details: *This program is designed for communities experiencing
> an imminent and urgent threat to public health and safety as indicated by a
> disaster declaration by the Governor of the State of Illinois.
>
> *Eligible Applicants:* Only units of general local government (i.e.,
> cities, villages, townships and counties) may apply for funding. Eligible
> municipalities shall not receive funding from HUD as an entitlement city.
> Counties and townships that are not participating in the HUD Urban County
> Entitlement Program are also eligible to apply for block grant funds.
>
> *Application Deadline: *Rolling.
>
> *Apply Here*
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=bdab4e751a&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfnBalVKrg$>
>
>
>
>
> *Illinois Reproductive Health Facilities Capital Grant Program*
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=3e6710488f&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfmC5YfRPg$>
>
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=93e6c93119&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTflhvFPlhQ$>
>
>
> *Program Details: *Illinois Reproductive Grant Extension Program will
> provide grants for pregnancy centers which include organizations or
> facilities that has health care employees, volunteers, or agents who are
> licensed health care professionals. Pregnancy-related services include any
> medical service, or health counseling service, related to the prevention,
> preservation, or termination of pregnancy. Organizations are not to engage
> in unfair methods or deceptive acts or practices, including the use or
> employment of any deception, fraud, false pretense, false promise, or
> misrepresentation to interfere with or prevent an individual from seeking
> to gain entry or access.
>
> *Eligible Applicants:* Nonprofit and for-profit clinics providing or
> planning to provide pregnancy-related services in a clinical setting.
>
> *Application Deadline: *Rolling.
>
> *Apply Here*
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=67383ccae5&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfkbxuCvmg$>
>
>
>
>
> *Federal Grant Match Support Program*
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=ffa1efdc5d&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfk4ytwmoQ$>
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=81103f7137&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfk84xOmzw$>
>
> *Program Details:*  DCEO’s Federal Grant Match Program will make funding
> available to Illinois-based businesses and organizations seeking
> competitive federal grants. This match program will encourage more
> applicants to apply for federal grant opportunities, provide critical
> assistance to meet the minimum match eligibility requirements, increase the
> competitiveness of applications, and provide the State of Illinois with an
> opportunity to make a firm commitment and demonstration of support for
> projects that are well aligned with the State’s economic development goals
> and priorities.
> *Eligible Applicants:*  Nonprofits, educational institutions, local
> governments, and businesses.
>
> *Application Deadline:* General announcement open for a period of time
> with no specific due dates for applications.
> *Apply Here*
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=5dffbff063&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfl67_XKOg$>
>
>
>
>
> To help nonprofits and local governments with DCEO grant applications,
> GATA prequalification, and audit issues, our team has opened a help desk.
> Grantees may contact the Grant Help Desk by e-mail at
> CEO.GrantHelp at illinois.gov or submit a question
> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/repsonyaharper.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=018e684cbf5dacd194307e160&id=a2ddc5d9de&e=74ed3313a1__;!!DZ3fjg!4jGhu39aDLp_DAW-Cf-sPflfWtk4flJ7gTkTPiesNYJKKAfpNnM43Sv5qfCB1hYTB9LdWVfJCPlcNAiHttNN2GdmHc8EIHUuTfk0wvCLSQ$> and
> one of our staff members will get back to you. If possible, grantees should
> provide their GATA ID with their inquiry.
>
>
>
> View Additional Opportunities at the
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