Immigrant Integration

The Illinois Department of Human Services is offering the Immigrant Integration Services grant to support projects that advance the integration of immigrants and refugees throughout the state. This grant opportunity is officially listed under the funding title “Immigrant Integration” and is cataloged as CSFA Number 444-80-1456. The total funding available for this opportunity is $38 million, with individual awards ranging from $100,000 to $29.3 million. Although the anticipated number of awards has not been specified, the wide award range suggests funding may be distributed across several large-scale or statewide initiatives. Applications are accepted beginning March 24, 2025, and must be submitted no later than May 1, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. CST. A mandatory technical assistance session is scheduled for April 11, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., and applicants are required to attend in order to be eligible for funding. Registration for this session is available via a designated Webex link. This grant is funded through state sources and does not require cost sharing or matching funds. Indirect costs are allowed, although no specific restrictions have been noted. Eligible applicants must submit their applications through the Illinois Department of Human Services application portal, accessible via a provided URL. Karina Lopez is the designated agency contact for this opportunity and can be reached at Karina.Lopez@Illinois.gov for inquiries. Full application details, eligibility requirements, and program goals can be accessed by visiting the application portal link. While this document primarily offers summary-level information, it is expected that applicants will consult the full Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) on the state’s website for comprehensive guidance, program objectives, allowable costs, and evaluation criteria.