Notices of Funding Opportunities and Awards
Featured Funding Opportunity
Washington, D.C. | September 24, 2026 | 2026 Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) National Program (EPA-OAR-OTAQ-26-01) | Administered by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) announces the availability of funds under the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) Program and solicits applications from eligible entities to incentivize and accelerate the upgrade or retirement of the nation’s legacy diesel engine fleet. Eligible activities include the retrofit or replacement of existing diesel engines, vehicles, and equipment with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and California Air Resources Board (CARB) certified or verified technologies.
There are several ways DERA recipients may implement projects and fund project partners, depending on the roles and responsibilities of each. If the applicant is the owner of the target vehicles, the applicant may directly implement the project. If the applicant is partnering with diesel fleet owners, the applicant may award subawards or participant support costs (e.g., rebates). After an extensive review of the program, the EPA revamped DERA requirements to ensure alignment with the Administration’s priorities, improve the quality of projects funded, expand the availability of technology choices, and respond to stakeholder requests for a simplified program structure.
Expected Awards: 120. Total Program Funding: $180,000,000. Award Ceiling: $12,000,000. Closing Date: January 22, 2027.
Funding Opportunities
Washington, D.C. | September 21, 2026 | OJJDP FY 2026 Multistate Mentoring Programs
(O-OJJDP-2026-172745) | This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) FY 2026 Multistate Mentoring Programs, aimed at supporting the implementation and delivery of mentoring services (which can be one-on-one, group, peer, or a combination of these types) to support youth. Estimated Awards: 15. Total Program Funding: $27,200,000. Award Ceiling: $4,000,000. October 29, 2026.
Springfield, Ill. | Posted Date: September 20, 2021 | Business Attraction Prime Sites (2608-2023) | Issued by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) utilizing state capital funds, this program assists companies with large-scale capital investment projects that commit to significant job creation for Illinois residents as they expand or relocate operations within the state. It encompasses diverse economic development projects, including infrastructure and capital equipment purchases. Expected Awards: 130. Total Program Funding: $120,000,000. Award: $25,000,000. Closing Date: June 30, 2027.
Washington, D.C. | September 17, 2026 | Landmarks of History and Culture and Summer Institutes | The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Division of Lifelong Learning is accepting applications for the Landmarks of American History and Culture and Summer Institutes program. The purpose of this program is to support humanities education through professional development for K-12 teachers and higher education faculty members. Expected Awards: 17. Total Program Funding: $7,000,000. Award Ceiling: $460,000. Closing Date: December 9, 2026.
Chicago, Ill. | September 10, 2026 | Gov. Pritzker Announces $26 Million for Illinois Grocery Initiative Grant Program | Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today announced over $26 million in available grant funding for the Illinois Grocery Initiative. This includes funding for the New Stores ($20.8 million) and Equipment Upgrades Grant Programs ($750,000). Illinois is also launching the new Grocery Rescue Program ($4.5 million), geared toward helping reopen grocery stores that have closed in the last year. Applications are open and grantees will be selected through a competitive Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) process. To view the NOFO and apply for the grant, please visit the DCEO website.
Washington, D.C. | September 10, 2026 |Hispanic-Serving Institutions Education Grants Program (USDA-NIFA-HSI-011903) | Administered by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), this program promotes and strengthens the ability of Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) to carry out higher education, applied research, and community development programs related to food, agriculture, natural sciences, and human sciences. Expected Awards: 40. Total Program Funding: $30,600,000. Award Ceiling: $1,200,000. Closing Date: December 3, 2026.
Washington, D.C. | September 3, 2026 | 1890 Institution Teaching, Research, and Extension Capacity Building Grants Program (USDA-NIFA-CBGP-011698) | Administered by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), this program is designed to enhance the institutional teaching, research, and extension capacities of eligible 1890 Land-grant Universities through cooperative programs with federal and non-federal entities, supporting workforce development in food and agricultural sciences. Expected Awards: 125. Total Program Funding: $56,000,000. Maximum Award (Award Ceiling): $750,000. Closing Date: November 4, 2026.
Washington, D.C. | September 1, 2026 | Inspire Grants for Small Museums (2027) (IGSM-FY27) | Administered by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) as a special initiative of the Museums for America grant program, this opportunity funds project-based efforts for small museums of all disciplines. The goal is to build the capacity of small museums to provide museum services to their communities by supporting experiential learning and discovery, educational programs, exhibits, community partnerships, and the management and care of collections. Expected Awards: 75. Total Program Funding: $3,000,000. Award Ceiling: $75,000. Closing Date: November 13, 2026.
Washington, D.C. | September 1, 2026 | National Leadership Grants for Libraries (2027) (NLG-LIBRARIES-FY27) | Administered by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), this program supports projects that promote adult reading, health and financial literacies; focus on programming and archival practices related to shared American history; manage and preserve the national information infrastructure; serve the public’s information and education needs; and enhance library and information services nationwide. Expected Awards: 45. Total Program Funding: $11,500,000. Award Ceiling: $1,000,000. Closing Date: November 13, 2026.
Washington, D.C. | September 1, 2026 | Museums for America (2027) (MFA-FY27) | Administered by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), this program invests in museums of all sizes and disciplines for project-based efforts to serve the public. It supports initiatives that advance a museum’s capacity to provide educational programs and exhibits, build community partnerships, and carry out effective collections stewardship and access activities. Expected Awards: 122. Total Program Funding: $21,699,000. Award Ceiling: $350,000. November 13, 2026.
Grant Awards
Washington, D.C. | September 24, 2026 | Lauren Underwood Announces More Than $6 Million in Federal Funding for Northern Illinois Projects | Rep. Lauren Underwood said she has secured more than $6 million in federal funding for northern Illinois projects covering child care, nursing education, substance abuse treatment, university research, mental health services, and flood prevention. The release says the largest amounts include $2.3 million for the City of Ottawa for a flood-related property buyout and demolition, $1.95 million for Childcare Resource and Referral in Joliet, and $1 million for a no-cost mental health program in Joliet. The statement also cites funding for Lewis University, Will County substance abuse prevention efforts, and several Northern Illinois University research projects, with Underwood describing the grants as support for the 14th District.
Chicago, Ill. | September 16, 2026 | Jesús García Announces $5.5 Million Federal Grant for Midway Airport | García announces $5.5 million in federal funding for Midway Airport taxiway and pavement improvements. García’s statement: García said Midway is a “major domestic travel hub” and a source of jobs in his district, and that the grant would help it “continue serving travelers safely and efficiently.”
Springfield, Ill. | September 14, 2026 | Gov. Pritzker Announces More Than $20 Million to Train Illinois’ Next Generation of Manufacturers | Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today announced more than $20 million in capital grants to create five new Manufacturing Training Academies at downstate community colleges. Designed to expand access to high-demand technical training, these academies will help build a skilled pipeline for Illinois’ growing advanced manufacturing, automated systems, biomanufacturing, and clean energy sectors.
St. Louis, Mo. | September 3, 2026 | $50 million in construction grants made available improve Illinois healthcare facilities and expand access to care |Governor JB Pritzker, the Illinois Capital Development Board (CDB), and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today announced $50 million in grant funding for health centers through the Rebuild Illinois Capital Program. This funding was made possible by the Rebuild Illinois capital program which aims to support the construction, expansion, and improvement of community healthcare facilities across Illinois. Community Health Centers provide primary and preventative care to Illinois residents, regardless of a patient’s ability to pay.
Post will be updated until the end of the month | Final update: October 25 2026.
Information is provided as a courtesy | See the original notices of funding opportunities (NOFOs) for application eligibility and requirements.