Tourism Private Sector Grant Program
CSFA Number: 420-25-2167
Agency Name
Department Of Commerce And Economic Opportunity (420)
Agency Identification
33-1
Agency Contact
Greg Mihalich
217-299-1323
ceo.tourismgrants@illinois.gov
Short Description
Private Sector funding is for the purpose of attracting and hosting Tourism Events.
Federal Authorization
N/A
Illinois Statue Authorization
20 ILCS 665/5 Illinois Promotion Act
Illinois Administrative Rules Authorization
14 IL 510.3
Objective
Increase visitation and overnight stays in Illinois.
Prime Recipient
Yes
UGA Program Terms
Program-Specific Terms and requirements are included in the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for this grant opportunity.
Eligible Applicants
Nonprofit Organizations; For-Profit Organizations; Government Organizations; Other;
Applicant Eligibility
Illinois not-for-profit organizations, for-profit entities, counties, municipalities, and local promotion groups to match funds from sources in Private Sector.
Beneficiary Eligibility
Illinois not-for-profit organizations, for-profit entities, counties, municipalities, and local promotion groups
Types of Assistance
Project Grants
Subject / Service Area
Economic Development
Credentials / Documentation
Approved ICQ & PRAQ. Documentation verifying the applicant is an Illinois not-for-profit entity in good standing on the date of application with applicable State authorities, including, but not limited to, the Illinois Secretary of State, Illinois Department of Revenue, Illinois Department of Labor, the Office of the Illinois Attorney General, or, if a unit of local government, a statement/resolution signed by the head of the unit of local government that the bureau represents.
Preapplication Coordination
Competitive grant. Applications are due by deadline identified. All applications received by the deadline will be scored by an internal review committee; and, grants are awarded to the highest scorers until funding is exhausted. Finalists will be notified via a Notice of State Award.
Application Procedures
"Pre-award requirements must be met. A standard application package must be submitted and reviewed by the Department. Each package should contain the following items: 1. Uniform Grant Application in fillable PDF format. (print, sign and scan signature page with submission) 2. Uniform Capital Budget utilizing the template provided by DCEO for this project. The entire budget with all worksheets included even if the worksheets are not relevant to the grant opportunity must be submitted with the application materials. (print, sign and scan signature page with submission) 3. Conflict of Interest Disclosure 4. Mandatory Disclosures 5. Program Specific Application/Narrative 6. Advance Budget Form" Grant proposals will be reviewed on a competitive basis. Each application will be scored on a 100-point scale; with a minimum of 60 points required to be considered for funding. The Department shall consider the following criteria when evaluating the application submittal: Capacity, Quality and Need. The Department’s internal review committee shall conduct an evaluation of each application.
Criteria Selecting Proposals
N/A
Award Procedures
Merit based review. Funds disbursed based variable advance and/or need
Deadlines
Deadlines determined based on the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO).
Range of Approval or Disapproval Time
30-60 Business Days
Appeals
The Merit Based Review process is subject to appeal. However, competitive grant appeals are limited to the evaluation process. Evaluation scores may not be protested. Only the evaluation process is subject to appeal. The appeal must be submitted in writing to the Department within 14 calendar days after the date that the grant award notice has been published. The written appeal shall include the name and address of the appealing party, the identification of the grant and a statement of reasons for the appeal. To file an appeal, applicants must submit the appeal in writing and in accordance with the Merit-Based Application Review Appeals Process listed on the Grant Opportunities page of the DCEO website: https://www2.illinois.gov/dceo/AboutDCEO/GrantOpportunities/Pages/MeritAppReview.aspx.
Renewals
N/A
Formula Matching Requirements
Section 510.350 Matching Funds a) The Grantee shall provide Matching Funds to the Total Project Cost that: 1) Are identified in the budget of the Grant Agreement; 2) In no case shall be less than an amount equal to the grant award; 3) Are not other government funds or funds used to match any other grants; and 4) Are necessary and irrevocably obligated to the Project. b) Allowable Match 1) Private Sector funds - Grant funds must be matched with dollar-for-dollar cash funding from the Private Sector. 2) Up to 25 percent of the amount required in subsection (b)(1) may be substituted with In Kind Contributions from the Private Sector for which the value is easily documented, such as hotel services and transportation company services. c) Unallowable match includes: 1) Costs incurred or funds expended prior to the date of the grant award, unless those costs are approved by the Department as being otherwise compliant with the provisions of this Part and consistent with the purposes of the Act; 2) Post-Project costs not identified in the budget of the Grant Agreement; 3) Funds from sources other than the Private Sector (although they may be used to further the Project); 4) Funds used as match for other grant programs; and 5) Normal operational expenses such as payroll costs, office and equipment rental, utilities, etc. (Source: Amended at 32 Ill. Reg. 13443, effective July 29, 2008)
Uses and Restrictions
Section 510.350 Matching Funds a) The Grantee shall provide Matching Funds to the Total Project Cost that: 1) Are identified in the budget of the Grant Agreement; 2) In no case shall be less than an amount equal to the grant award; 3) Are not other government funds or funds used to match any other grants; and 4) Are necessary and irrevocably obligated to the Project. b) Allowable Match 1) Private Sector funds - Grant funds must be matched with dollar-for-dollar cash funding from the Private Sector. 2) Up to 25 percent of the amount required in subsection (b)(1) may be substituted with In Kind Contributions from the Private Sector for which the value is easily documented, such as hotel services and transportation company services. c) Unallowable match includes: 1) Costs incurred or funds expended prior to the date of the grant award, unless those costs are approved by the Department as being otherwise compliant with the provisions of this Part and consistent with the purposes of the Act; 2) Post-Project costs not identified in the budget of the Grant Agreement; 3) Funds from sources other than the Private Sector (although they may be used to further the Project); 4) Funds used as match for other grant programs; and 5) Normal operational expenses such as payroll costs, office and equipment rental, utilities, etc. (Source: Amended at 32 Ill. Reg. 13443, effective July 29, 2008)
Reports
Quarterly reporting using PPR and PFR
Audits
N/A
Records
N/A
Account Identification
463-42025-4400-0400 & 763-42025-4400-0524
Obligations
CFY ($4,600,000,) PFY ($0) FY22 ($0), FY21 ($0), FY20 ($1,000,000)
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
$10,000 - $50,000
Program Accomplishments
N/A
Regulations, Guidelines, and Literature
Refer to Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)
Regional or Local Assistance Location
N/A
Headquarters Office
500 East Monroe Springfield, IL 62701 and 555 W Monroe St, 12th Floor Chicago, IL 60661
Program Website
https://www.ilga.gov/commission/jcar/admincode/014/01400510sections.html
Example Projects
Attracting or hosting major events within the State.
Published Date
Funding By Fiscal Year
FY 2019 : $1,000,000
FY 2020 : $1,000,000
FY 2023 : $1
FY 2024 : $4,600,000
FY 2025 : $600,000
Federal Funding
None
Notice of Funding Opportunities
Agency IDAward RangeApplication Range
DetailsFY25-1$10000 - $5000011/04/2024 - 12/20/2024 : 5:00PM
Agency IDGrantee NameStart DateEnd DateAmount
24-331003The Magnificent Mile Association01/01/202412/31/2024450,000
24-331009City of Chicago01/01/202412/31/2024450,000
24-331010Gateway Acquisitions, Inc.01/01/202412/31/2024450,000
24-331020Mexican American Chamber of Commerce of Illinois, Inc.01/01/202412/31/2024450,000
24-331004Illinois Restaurant Association01/01/202412/31/2024338,550