Federal Grant Award Summary

The Illinois Department of Children & Family Service received a $2.16 million formula grant award from the Administration on Children, Youth and Families (ACF) under the Chafee Education and Training Vouchers Program (CFDA 93.599), effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2027. This grant supports the provision of education and training vouchers to youth who have experienced foster care at age 14 or older, including those who have aged out of the foster care system or been adopted. The program enables eligible youth to access postsecondary education and training opportunities that promote self-sufficiency and successful transitions to adulthood.

As a formula grant, funds are disbursed on a quarterly basis and allocated according to established federal formulas based on state demographics and foster care populations. The Department administers the program statewide and functions as a pass-through entity, distributing sub-grants to local government entities, non-profit organizations, and community-based providers across Illinois. Grant recipients must maintain a five-year state plan with annual updates, coordinate services with other federally assisted programs serving the same population, and comply with administrative requirements outlined in 45 CFR Part 75.