Energy Assistance
Access to Capital
Grant Opportunities
Five-Year Economic Growth Plan outlining vision to advance economic development
Region specific assistance for businesses
Workforce Development opportunities for both individuals and businesses
Programs to train for clean energy jobs and support communities in an energy transition
ARPA and CARES relief dollars for local governments of Illinois
Programs to help start, support and grow your business
Trade & Investment’s virtual services and export financial reimbursement program for Illinois businesses
Connect Illinois, the effort to expand broadband through a $400m grant
The Office of Economic Equity & Empowerment offers tailored assistance for Minority, Veteran & Woman-owned businesses
Low-interest loans for social equity candidates in the cannabis industry
The Illinois Grocery Initiative is intended to address inadequate access to fresh foods, especially in “food deserts”
Agencies
Services