Cook County has announced the Cook County Forging Growth, a new grant program designed to strengthen local casting and forging manufacturers, expand supply-chain opportunities and position the region’s industrial sector for long-term growth.
Donor Name: Cook County
State: Illinois
County: Cook County (IL)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 03/31/2026
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The program reflects Cook County’s broader commitment to advancing a modern, resilient manufacturing economy by connecting businesses with technical expertise, strategic planning and collaborative partnerships that help them compete in evolving markets.
Funding Information
Participating businesses will be reimbursed 50 percent of their total program costs, up to $35,000.
Criteria
To be eligible, casting and forging businesses must have a manufacturing location in Cook County and have a North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code that begins with either 3315 (foundries) or 3321 (forging and stamping firms).
For more information, visit Cook County.
