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Grant Opportunities

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Incentives and Tax Credits
Equity-Focused Business Support
Trade & Investment
Community Development Resources
Small Business Capital and Infrastructure Grant Program
Black History Month 2025
Illinois’ 2024 Economic Growth Plan

Five-Year Economic Growth Plan outlining vision to advance economic development
Regional Economic Development

Region specific assistance for businesses
Employment and Training

Workforce Development opportunities for both individuals and businesses
Webinars and Events
Climate and Equitable Jobs Act

Programs to train for clean energy jobs and support communities in an energy transition
Local Government Support

ARPA and CARES relief dollars for local governments of Illinois
Small Business Services

Programs to help start, support and grow your business
International Business Development Services

Trade & Investment’s virtual services and export financial reimbursement program for Illinois businesses
Broadband Expansion

Connect Illinois, the effort to expand broadband through a $400m grant
Minority, Veteran & Woman Owned Business Resources

The Office of Economic Equity & Empowerment offers tailored assistance for Minority, Veteran & Woman-owned businesses
Cannabis Social Equity

Low-interest loans for social equity candidates in the cannabis industry
Illinois Grocery Initiative

The Illinois Grocery Initiative is intended to address inadequate access to fresh foods, especially in “food deserts”
Illinois Film Office
Illinois Office of Tourism

Intersect Illinois

Intersect Illinois (Intersect) is the state’s economic development organization and a key partner of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) in business attraction efforts. As a valuable resource for businesses seeking expansion or relocation in Illinois, Intersect connects companies with its network of partners and provides essential data, site selection assistance, and guidance to ensure successful business operations. In collaboration with DCEO, Intersect is dedicated to supporting businesses and helping them thrive in Illinois. For more information on Intersect, visit intersectillinois.org.