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Illinois Grocery Initiative – Equipment Upgrade Program (Round 2) Program Details: This program, authorized by Public Act 103-0561, will provide grants for new energy-efficient equipment upgrades. Eligible Applicants: Existing independently owned, for-profit grocery stores, cooperative grocery stores, or not-for-profit grocery stores. Application Deadline: December 15, 2025 Apply Equitable Energy Future Grant Program Program Details: This program is intended to…
Read MoreLive music and fireworks on July 4th at KCC
Date: June 30, 2025 The tradition of celebrating Independence Day with live music followed by fireworks will continue Friday, July 4 along the south banks of the Kankakee River. The event will include three live music performances. Kankakee Community College gates open at 4:30 p.m., and admission is $20 per carload – cash only. All…
Read MoreKCC announces new coordinator for equity, diversity, and inclusion
Date: June 26, 2025 The new coordinator of equity, diversity, and inclusion at Kankakee Community College is Melany Villagomez. “Melany is passionate about student advocacy and nurturing a culture of belonging,” said Kendra Souligne, KCC director of financial aid and student engagement. “She will strive for not only the representation of all students, but to…
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Explore Available Grant Opportunities $5 Million – Illinois Overflow and Sewer Grant Purpose: Supports local governments in addressing combined sewer overflows (CSOs), sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs), and stormwater management to improve water quality. Eligible Applicants: Government Organizations. · No match required for: o Rural communities (population < 10,000) o Financially distressed communities (population <30,000 with median household income <70% of…
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