"Repeatedly, Republican legislators tout community investments, despite voting against them," Democratic Party of Illinois spokesperson Gwen Pepin said. "It's difficult to justify why an elected official would try to block funds to fire departments and first responders—the very people who help keep their constituents safe." #funding #republicans #firstresponder
"Everyone in the community benefits when parks are kept in good shape," said Joyce, D-Essex. "I encourage all those in the 40th District with projects in the works to apply before the coming deadline." #patrickjoyce #grants #parks
IDOA Announces More Than $796K in Specialty Crop Grant Funding Available (Springfield, IL) - The Illinois Department of Agriculture announced it will distribute more...
The bill expands affordable housing and reentry services for people leaving Illinois prisons, aiming to improve long-term outcomes by reducing homelessness and recidivism. #bill #housing #prison
“These investments will allow communities across Illinois to expand their events and festivals, promote one-of-a-kind destinations, and draw visitors from near and far to our great state.”#pritzker #grants
This round will distribute approximately $466,000 to between 16 and 20 projects focused on community-based environmental improvements and job training. #planting #faithinplace #grants
An independent panel selected the 10 recipients from 68 applicants. Each organization received up to $20,000, the maximum grant amount. #grants #nonprofits
The purpose of the funding is to create more pathways for kids to access pre-apprenticeship programs and registered apprenticeships, which provide greater opportunities to secure lifelong careers in the construction trades. #funding