Land & Building Acquisition

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is offering a grant opportunity for land and building acquisition, capital improvements, infrastructure improvements, and/or construction on new and/or existing property located at 6938 South East End Avenue in Chicago. The goal of this program is to improve the quality of life of Illinoisans. The grant is limited to $1,500,000 and the application deadline is November 21, 2025. Eligible applicants include school districts located in Cook County. The grant will be awarded based on a competitive basis, with evaluation criteria including capacity, economic impact, need, and quality. • The grant is for a one-time initiative designed for capital improvements as defined within the annual appropriation bill (Public Act 104-0003) set forth by the Illinois General Assembly. • The grant will be awarded to a school district located in Cook County that has jurisdiction to perform the project. • The grantee will be required to report on the expenditure of funds and the specific improvements rendered as a result of this funding. • The grantee will be required to comply with the Business Enterprise Program for Minorities, Females, and Persons with Disabilities Act, the Prevailing Wage Act, and the Illinois Works Jobs Program Act.