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Energy Assistance

Access to Capital

Grant Opportunities

Incentives and Tax Credits

Equity-Focused Business Support

Trade & Investment

Community Development Resources

Small Business Capital and Infrastructure Grant Program

Arab American Heritage 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.