Economical Development Resources in Chicago
grants, funding, and programs driving Chicago’s growth.
StartupChi.com
Your go-to source for the stories shaping the city’s startup ecosystem.
P33 Chicago
Driving Chicago’s tech leadership through innovation and inclusive growth.
World Business Chicago
Promoting Chicago as a global business destination to drive economic growth.
Chicago Blend
Fostering diversity and inclusion in Chicago’s tech and startup ecosystem.
Techicago Common App
Streamlining the application process for tech jobs in Chicago.
Choose Chicago
Enhancing Chicago’s economy by promoting tourism and conventions.
Chicago Community Loan Fund
Providing financing and technical assistance for community development.
Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce
Advocating for business growth and economic development in Chicago.
Illinois Chamber of Commerce
Championing business-friendly policies and economic prosperity across Illinois.
Founders First Chicagoland Job Creators Grant
Providing grants to diverse-led businesses to drive job creation in Illinois.
Chicago Recovery Plan Community Development Grant
Supporting local projects for community improvement and economic recovery.
Small Business Improvement Fund
The City of Chicago’s Small Business Improvement Fund provides small businesses with reimbursable grants for permanent building improvement costs.
DCEO Grant Opportunities
Offering diverse grant opportunities for business growth and community development in Illinois.
Illinois INVENT
Supporting innovation and entrepreneurship in Illinois with targeted grants.
SBIR and STTR Program
Funding research and development for small businesses through federal grants.
Good Food Fund