The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is seeking applications for its Film and TV Workforce Training Grant Program.
Donor Name: Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State: Illinois
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 07/30/2025
Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000
Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year
Details:
The training program will fund proposals to recruit, hire, promote, retain, develop, and train a diverse and inclusive workforce in the film industry. The training program will provide real-world, practical job skills to fulfill the demand of producers and studios, while providing job opportunities for Illinois residents, including unemployed individuals and individuals with barriers to employment.
Funding Information
Total amount of funding expected to be awarded through this NOFO is $1,000,000. Awards will range from $50,000 to $180,000.
Grant Period
Anticipated start date for awards is September 2, 2025. The period of performance is expected to be October 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Academic Institution
- For Profit Organizations.
For more information, visit DCEO.
