Description
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity is offering a grant opportunity for capital improvements to facilities, including the Garfield Park Conservatory Lobby at Garfield Park in Chicago. The grant is funded by state funds appropriated by the Illinois General Assembly and has a total amount of $500,000. Eligible applicants include park districts located in municipalities with a population greater than 500,000. The grant will be awarded on a competitive basis, with applications evaluated on criteria such as capacity, economic impact, need, and quality. Grantees will be required to submit periodic performance and financial reports, as well as a final closeout report.
Some key points to consider:
• The grant is for capital improvements to facilities, including construction and/or renovation to buildings, additions, or structures.
• The grant is funded by state funds and has a total amount of $500,000.
• Eligible applicants include park districts located in municipalities with a population greater than 500,000.
• The grant will be awarded on a competitive basis, with applications evaluated on criteria such as capacity, economic impact, need, and quality.
• Grantees will be required to submit periodic performance and financial reports, as well as a final closeout report.