Intended result is the establishment of New Stores in Food Deserts and improved access to fresh foods in these communities.
Intended result is the establishment of New Stores in Food Deserts and improved access to fresh foods in these communities.
Type of assistance: Grant Award: $500,000 to $5,200,000 Total funding: $20800000.00 Cost sharing or matching: Yes Applications: 2026-09-10 to 2026-12-09 Apply: https://dceo.illinois.gov/aboutdceo/grantopportunities/3295-4240.html Source: Illinois's list of open state funding notices (GATA, omb.illinois.gov).
Eligible applicant types: Nonprofit Organizations; For-Profit Organizations; Small Businesses; Individuals; Government Organizations
Existing, operational grocery stores (not convenience or general stores) Small, independent grocers (<500 employees and <5 existing grocery locations) Bricks & Mortar locations only Offers (or will offer) SNAP and WIC benefits Ownership types can include independently owned for-profit, cooperative & not-for-profit <30% of revenue from alcohol and tobacco sales
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