Statewide Planning and Research Funds - Scenic Byways Program

The State of Illinois is offering a grant funding opportunity to promote the seven National Scenic Byways in Illinois. The funds will be used for research and marketing of each byway. The grant is open to the seven Nationally Designated Byways, and the application period is from April 1, 2026, to May 15, 2026. The estimated total program funding is $350,000, and the award range is $0 to $50,000. The grant will be awarded for a period of 12 months, starting from July 1, 2026, and ending on June 30, 2027. The grantee will be required to submit quarterly reports, and the grant funds must be used for eligible activities as specified in the grant agreement. • The grant is open to the seven Nationally Designated Byways in Illinois. • The application period is from April 1, 2026, to May 15, 2026. • The estimated total program funding is $350,000. • The award range is $0 to $50,000. • The grant will be awarded for a period of 12 months. • The grantee will be required to submit quarterly reports.