We encourage our constituents to stay updated on small business funding opportunities from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) as new grants are posted regularly. Search a current listing of DCEO grant opportunities including application links and information, as well as information on Capital Grants here.

DCEO has launched a help desk to assist nonprofits and local governments with DCEO grant applications, GATA prequalification, and audit issues. Contact the Grant Help Desk by email at DCEO.GrantHelp@illinois.gov

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Check out More Support for Small Businesses: 

• SBA Disaster Declaration: In coordination with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), Illinois has received a statewide Economic Injury Declaration to secure access to emergency loans for small businesses. Business advisors at Illinois SBDC’s will assist with the application process.

• You can locate your nearest Small Business Development Center here