Funding for Programs Expanding Technology Transfer Opportunities in Illinois (USA)
GrantID: 75055
Grant Funding Amount Low: $300,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $300,000
Summary
This grant opportunity is designed to support higher education institutions and their partners in developing innovative strategies that enhance student transfer pathways and degree completion. The program primarily serves institutions within the Chicago area, with a focus on community college students seeking to transition to bachelor’s degree programs. Funding is intended to foster collaboration among universities, community colleges, and nonprofit organizations to improve student outcomes, particularly for underserved populations.
The grant aims to encourage projects that identify gaps in current transfer models, implement data-driven interventions, and provide scalable solutions for improving student success. Funds may be used for planning, program development, staff training, student support initiatives, and other project-related expenses that directly contribute to measurable improvements in degree completion and equitable access to educational opportunities. The program emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and evidence-based practices, supporting efforts that are likely to have a lasting impact on students and institutions alike.
Eligible applicants include bachelor’s degree-granting institutions in the specified region, with preference given to those partnering with community colleges and local nonprofit organizations to provide additional student supports. Individual applicants are not eligible. Projects should demonstrate a clear framework for tracking progress, evaluating effectiveness, and sharing lessons learned with the broader education community.
Grant awards are offered in two phases: an initial planning phase and a subsequent implementation phase. Planning grants provide seed funding to develop strategies and partnerships, while implementation grants support the execution of full-scale projects with measurable outcomes. The award amounts vary depending on project scope and phase, and grants are not issued annually but, on a cohort, basis aligned with the program’s multi-phase timeline.
Organizations and individuals based in Illinois who are engaged in Non-Profit Support Services may be eligible to apply for this funding opportunity. To discover more grants that align with your mission and objectives, visit The Grant Portal and explore listings using the Search Grant tool.
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