IDPH-Office of Disease Control

The purpose of the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) COVID-19 Vaccine Access Grant is to expand equitable access to COVID-19 vaccination across Illinois, with particular emphasis on improving access for children under three years of age. The grant supports Local Health Departments (LHDs) in providing on-site vaccination clinics, coordinating with local providers, and ensuring compliance with IDPH guidance, standing orders, and data reporting requirements.

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Illinois Statute Authorization 20 ILCS 2310/2310-25.

a. Maintain COVID-19 vaccination services that include children under three years of age, providing clinics at LHD sites and in community settings as appropriate to meet local needs. b. Provide flexible scheduling (evening, weekend, or mobile clinics) as needed to meet the access needs of the local community. c. Coordinate with local pediatric and family medicine providers, hospitals, and community partners to ensure referral pathways and communication regarding vaccine availability and IDPH guidance updates. d. Conduct public outreach and communication efforts to inform residents about clinic locations, schedules, and eligibility. Use appropriate local media, websites, and partner networks to reach caregivers of children under three. e. Ensure compliance with all IDPH vaccine guidance, including adherence to standing orders, cold-chain management, and clinical protocols for infant and toddler COVID-19 vaccination. f. Report all vaccine administrations to I-CARE within 72 hours and screen all pediatric patients for VFC eligibility. Administer VFC vaccine to eligible children and maintain documentation of screening. g. Participate in IDPH technical assistance opportunities to discuss program progress, identify challenges, and share best practices. h. Submit Quarterly Activity Summary Report and Reimbursement Request by the 30th of each month following the end of the month. Reports must include: • Clinics held and doses administered by age group (<3, 3–17, 18+) • Provider coordination and outreach activities • Challenges encountered and successes achieved i. Provide a Final Report at the conclusion of the grant period summarizing outcomes, lessons learned, and recommendations for sustaining pediatric vaccine access beyond the grant term.

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07/01/2025-06/30/2026

Government Organizations;

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Non-competitive

Healthcare

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12/05/2025, 4:59OM

6 weeks after the application period closes

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Reimbursement Certification, Program Report and Work Plan

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5000-50000

• Expand access to COVID-19 vaccination services, including for children under three years of age. • Ensure compliance with IDPH vaccine guidance, standing orders, and reporting requirements. • Strengthen coordination between LHDs, pediatric and family medicine providers, and community partners. • Improve public awareness of vaccine availability through local outreach and communication. • Support equitable access to vaccination across all geographic areas and populations. • Maintain accurate and timely vaccination data within I-CARE. • Promote VFC screening and use of VFC vaccine for all eligible children.

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10/23/2025

FY 2026 : $1,500,000