Will County has launched a grant opportunity aimed at supporting small businesses and non-profits in enhancing their physical spaces and promoting accessibility.
Donor Name: Will County
State: Illinois
County: Will County (IL)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 09/26/2025
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: 1 Year
Details:
The grant is available to any small business or non-profit entity with a physical location in Will County with fewer than 20 employees and an annual gross revenue that should not exceed $2 Million. Priority will be given to physical locations within an R3 zone.
Grants to support external improvements, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility projects, and sustainability enhancements.
Funding Information
- $300,000 has been made available.
- Award Ceiling: $15,000.00
Project Period
- Award Start Date: 10/1/2025
- Award End Date: 9/30/2026
Eligible improvements include exterior beautification projects or improvements aimed at ADA compliance. Projects may include façade enhancements, signage updates, landscaping, and projects that support long-term durability and environmental benefits. Accessibility modifications may include ramps, accessible restrooms, door-widenings, or signage.
Eligible Project Scope
- Proposed improvements should focus on exterior beautification and/or ADA compliance.
- Eligible projects may include façade enhancements, signage updates, landscaping, and accessibility modifications such as ramps or accessible restrooms. Expanded list provided in Criteria Section of NOFO.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligible applicants are
- Must be a for-profit business or non-profit business with fewer than 20 employees (full-time / part-time combined)
- Annual gross revenue should not exceed $2 million.
- Must have a physical location within Will County, priority given to locations within an R3 Zone
- Must be in operation since at least January 1, 2020.
- Must be in good standing with the IRS, State of Illinois, and Will County.
- Not currently in bankruptcy proceedings.
For more information, visit Will County.
