GASC GRANTS GUIDE
GASC members share a commitment to investing in community-based approaches to community safety. We are working towards a more equitable and comprehensive approach to community safety where violence prevention and Community Violence Intervention (CVI) programs are a permanent and central feature of the community safety ecosystem in our region.
Since 2021, the State of Illinois, Cook County, and the City of Chicago have collaborated to promote equitable, effective, and coordinated allocation and distribution of federal American Rescue Plan Act funds and local public funding.
GASC Grants & Funding Opportunities
The GASC Grants Guide is a central hub for local organizations in Chicagoland and Cook County to learn about and connect to funding opportunities offered by the State of Illinois, Cook County, and City of Chicago.
Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS)
Overview
The Office of Firearm Violence Prevention (OFVP) under the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) was created in 2021 as a result of the Reimagine Public Safety Act (RPSA) which structured a comprehensive response to the public health emergency of firearm violence in Illinois. Under the RPSA, OFVP increases community capacity to address the root causes of violence by investing in 36 of the highest risk communities in the state, funding an array of violence prevention and intervention services including street outreach, case management and victim services, and youth development programs. OFVP also provides technical assistance to community organizations and supports community level coordination through Community Conveners and Violence Prevention Coordination Councils.
Open Funding Opportunities
To learn more and apply for open funding opportunities:
Visit IDHS: Office of Firearm Violence Prevention (OFVP) (state.il.us)
Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA)
Overview
ICJIA prioritizes building equity, fairness, and opportunity with its work in criminal justice grants administration, research and analysis, policy and planning, and information systems and technology. ICJIA administers several state violence prevention programs with grants to provide violence prevention and reduction services, conflict intervention and mediation, and other strategies to reduce gun violence, domestic violence and community violence across the state. ICJIA also operates the Institute to Innovate (i2i) to build community capacity for obtaining and sustaining grant funds. I2i helps new and emerging organizations develop the business models, budgeting skills, and support networks needed to successfully manage and sustain grant funding.
Open Funding Opportunities
To learn more and apply for open funding opportunities:
Cook County
Overview
Under the leadership of the Cook County Board President, the Cook County Justice Advisory Council (JAC) manages Cook County’s programs and investments connected to community safety, reentry and justice system reform. The JAC awards and manages grants in the areas of Violence Prevention, Services for Returning Residents as well as other areas of need including Capacity Building for community-based organizations. The JAC centers an investment approach that is evidence informed and community affirmed. The overarching goal of the JAC's grantmaking is to increase access to community-based services that improve community safety and reduce reliance on incarceration.
Open Funding Opportunities
There are currently no open funding opportunities. Please check this page regularly for updates regarding available funding to support community violence intervention and prevention programming.
To learn more and apply for open funding opportunities:
City of Chicago
Overview
The City of Chicago supports those at highest risk of violence through street outreach and violence interruptions, coupled with case management and connections to mental health services and other wraparound services. Essential services include mediating emerging conflicts, establishing positive and secure relationships with individuals who are likely to be involved in violence and assisting them with life and safety focused transitions (work, school, health, and housing). Teams also build positive relationships with local law enforcement and community stakeholders to ensure Street Outreach teams get early alerts and can interrupt emerging conflicts.
Open Funding Opportunities
To learn more and apply for open funding opportunities: