Grants Awarded
My office frequently receives requests from grantseekers needing federal funds for projects in Illinois’ Second Congressional District. These grantseekers may include state and local governments, nonprofit social service and community action organizations, small businesses, and individuals. For more information on how to apply for federal grants, please visit my website’s Grants page.
While the process to apply for a grant may be arduous, it can be very worth it. Below please see some of the latest grants awarded to entities in the district.
Gloria J. Taylor Foundation
Award Amount: $575,074
Agency: Department of Education
Purpose of Grant: Upward Bound Program
“I look forward to serving students and their families in the southland 2nd Congressional District. I would like to thank all our partners who assisted with this effort.” - Dr. Theresa Dixon, CEO of Gloria J. Taylor Foundation
Upward Bound provides fundamental support to participants in their preparation for college entrance. The program provides opportunities for participants to succeed in their precollege performance and ultimately in their higher education pursuits. Upward Bound serves: high school students from low-income families; and high school students from families in which neither parent holds a bachelor's degree. The goal of Upward Bound is to increase the rate at which participants complete secondary education and enroll in and graduate from institutions of postsecondary education.
3 Seeds Mentoring Group
Award Amount: $297,600
Agency: Department of Education
Purpose of Grant: Upward Bound Program – Hillcrest High School
Kankakee Community College
Award Amount: $414,062
Agency: Department of Education
Purpose of Grant: Upward Bound Program
Family Centered Educational Agency, Inc.
Award Amount: $364,977
Agency: Department of Education
Purpose of Grant: Upward Bound Program – Thornton Township High School
Family Centered Educational Agency, Inc.
Award Amount: $297,601
Agency: Department of Education
Purpose of Grant: Upward Bound Program – Thornwood High School