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Apply for the City of Chicago Community Development Grants: Empowering Business and Neighborhood Growth

The City of Chicago is committed to fostering business and neighborhood vitality through its Community Development Grant (CDG) program. These grants, funded by the 2024 Housing and Development Bond and other sources, offer crucial support for a wide range of business-related investments that create jobs and improve the quality of life for local residents. Whether […]

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The City of Chicago is committed to fostering business and neighborhood vitality through its Community Development Grant (CDG) program. These grants, funded by the 2024 Housing and Development Bond and other sources, offer crucial support for a wide range of business-related investments that create jobs and improve the quality of life for local residents. Whether […]

The City of Chicago is committed to fostering business and neighborhood vitality through its Community Development Grant (CDG) program. These grants, funded by the 2024 Housing and Development Bond and other sources, offer crucial support for a wide range of business-related investments that create jobs and improve the quality of life for local residents. Whether you’re a business owner, property owner, non-profit organization, community developer, or entrepreneur, these grants provide a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact in your community.

Funding Levels

  • Small Grants: Up to $250,000
    Ideal for office, retail, light industrial, and mixed-use projects.
    Deadline: 11:59 a.m. Friday, Nov. 8, 2024
  • Medium Grants: $300,001 to $5 million
    Suitable for office, retail, cultural, industrial, institutional, and mixed-use projects.
    Deadline: 11:59 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14, 2025
  • Large Grants: $5 million and up
    Perfect for large-scale office, retail, cultural, industrial, institutional, and mixed-use projects.
    Deadline: 11:59 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14, 2025

How to Apply

Potential applicants are encouraged to attend information sessions to prepare their applications. These sessions are available both online and in person, covering everything you need to know to submit a successful application. For more detailed information, visit the grant resources and FAQs pages.

  • Small Grant Information Sessions: Various dates and locations, including online options.
  • Medium and Large Grant Information: Available through webinars and FAQs.

Applications must be submitted through Submittable, the City of Chicago’s online application system. Make sure to register on Submittable to review and complete your application.

Who Can Apply?

Applications are open to business owners, property owners, non-profit organizations, community developers, and entrepreneurs who are looking to invest in their communities through business-related projects.

Key Deadlines

  • Small Grants: November 8, 2024, at 11:59 a.m.
  • Medium and Large Grants: February 14, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.

Don’t miss this opportunity to drive growth and improvement in your community. Apply now and be a part of Chicago’s vibrant future!

For more information and to apply, visit the City of Chicago Community Development Grants page.

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