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Assistance for Communities Skip to main content SCAM ALERT: DCEO has been made aware of organizations receiving fraudulent “notice of award” letters claiming to be from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. These are not legitimate notices from DCEO. If your organization receives a notice, please report it to the Federal Trade Commission and/or the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center . Close button Assistance for Communities Community Development The Office of Community Development supports economic development, community development, and infrastructure improvements in Illinois communities with substantial low-to-moderate-income populations. Grant Opportunities Grant opportunities range from funding for public infrastructure projects, programs focused on economic development initiatives, to the Department seeking a partner to administer support services to Illinoisans. Broadband Expansion Learn more about Connect Illinois, the effort to expand broadband access, including a $400m grant. Illinois Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program River Edge Historic Tax Credit Program provides state income-tax credit equal to 25% of a project’s qualified expenditures to owners of certified historic structures located within River Edge Redevelopment Zones. Tax Increment Financing Districts (TIFs) These districts dedicate sales tax revenues and additional property tax revenues generated within the TIF for improvements within the district to encourage new economic development and job creation. Footer Back to top INFORMATION Illinois Economic Plan Corporate Accountability Awarded Grants EDGE Agreements Connect with a DCEO Representative QUICK LINKS Locate Your Business In IL Start Your Business in IL Get Answers to Questions Contact Us Illinois E-Pay