Apply Now! Grant Opportunities for Infrastructure & Environmental Revitalization

EV Readiness Program

• Purpose: Prepare for the growing demand for electric vehicles (EVs) and EV charging infrastructure

• Funding: Credit of up to $7,500 for eligible vehicles under 14,000 pounds and $40,000 for vehicles over that weight

• Deadline: September 30, 2024

Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP)

• Purpose: Fund projects aimed at improving transportation infrastructure by incorporating pedestrian, bicycle, and green space enhancements.

• Funding: Up to $2 million per project, with 80% federal funding for eligible activities.

• Deadline: September 30, 2024

Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods Program (RCP) 

• Purpose: Remove infrastructure barriers that divide neighborhoods, improving connectivity, accessibility, and community cohesion.

• Funding: Total $200 million in FY24 (Planning grant max award amount is $2 million and the Capital Construction Grant max award amount is $5 million).

• Deadline: September 30, 2024

Conceptual Stormwater Projects

• Purpose: Develop creative, localized solutions to manage stormwater, focusing on innovation to address community-specific flooding challenges.

• Funding: Technical assistance is provided.

• Deadline: November 29, 2024

Green Infrastructure Partnership Program (GIPP)

• Purpose: Implement sustainable, nature-based solutions like rain gardens and permeable pavements to manage stormwater and reduce flooding.

• Funding: Covers only the reimbursement of green infrastructure construction and implementation costs.

• Deadline: December 31, 2024

Flood-Prone Property Acquisition Program (FPPA) 

• Purpose: Acquire and demolish flood-prone properties, restoring the land to its natural state to reduce future flood risks.

• Funding: FEMA’s cost threshold up to $360,000 per structure.

• Deadline: January 31, 2025

Stormwater Partnership Program (SPP) 

• Purpose: Partner with local entities on large-scale stormwater projects that address regional flooding through shared investment and long-term planning.

• Funding: Varies by project; often involves cost-sharing agreements. The maximum amount of funding for a single project is $4 million over two years (a limit of $2 million in reimbursements allowed each year).

• Deadline: January 31, 2025

These grants represent a critical opportunity to enhance your community’s resilience, sustainability, and connectivity—don’t miss your chance to apply!