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Illinois Innovation Voucher Program

Illinois DCEO / Illinois Science & Technology Coalition · Illinois, USA
Grant Applications open

There's no deadline, but 2026 funding is limited.

State grants up to $75,000 (covering up to 75% of costs) for Illinois small businesses running R&D projects in partnership with an Illinois university or research institution.

Programme terms

Amount
Up to $75,000
Funding type
Grant
Stages
Idea, MVP, Early Traction
Industries
Science & Research, Hardware / IoT, AI & Machine Learning, HealthTech
Regions
North America
Applications
Rolling intake
Who can apply
The business must be a for-profit Illinois-based business, meaning a business that has its principal place of business in Illinois OR if not located in Illinois, employs at least 100 full-time employees located in Illinois, as defined under Section 5-5 of the Economic Development for a Growing Economy Tax Credit Act. The business must remain in Illinois for the duration of research engagement. The partnering institution of higher education must be a qualified Illinois-based non-profit institution of higher education.
Residency requirements
Illinois, USA
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Data checked: September 29, 2026. Organisers change their terms. Check their site before you apply.

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