FY 27 Innovative Bridge and Transition Grant - State
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View & apply on Grants.gov →Institutions of higher education, community-based organizations, local education agencies, public or private nonprofit agencies, and university-affiliated rehabilitation facilities can apply for th…
- Deadline
- Oct 2, 2026
- Posted
- Aug 13, 2026
- Award amount
- $50,000–$375,000
- Focus areas
- Education
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In plain English
Institutions of higher education, community-based organizations, local education agencies, public or private nonprofit agencies, and university-affiliated rehabilitation facilities can apply for this Illinois Community College Board grant, which funds bridge and transition programs helping students move into postsecondary education and employment, with awards from $50,000 to $375,000. It also supports programs promoting equity and diversity and services for individuals with disabilities; direct-service applicants may subcontract supportive services with ICCB approval. The application deadline is October 2, 2026.
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Who can apply
Education Organizations — The ICCB is inviting eligible applicants listed below to submit proposals under this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). The eligible applicants are as follows: • Institutions of higher education • Community-based organizations • Local education agencies • Public or private nonprofit agencies • Comprehensive rehabilitation facilities associated with a university or institutions of higher education • Other applicants of demonstrated effectiveness in serving the eligible service population Successful applicants must be the provider of the direct services; however, applicants may subcontract for supportive services that enhance program services or reduce barriers for eligible participants. Subcontracting is subject to ICCB approval.
About this grant
The purpose of this grant is to create, support, or expand: innovative bridge programs and services; transition programs which improve student transitions to and through postsecondary education and into employment; programs that promote equity and diversity among those served; and/or programs and services that support individuals with disabilities.
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