Grants

External Funding

February 2026

Monday February 16

President's Day Holiday-No Classes

April 2026

Friday April 3

Good Friday Holiday-No Classes

May 2026

Monday May 25

Memorial Day Holiday-No Classes

June 2026

Thursday June 18

Juneteenth Holiday-No Classes

July 2026

Thursday July 2

4th of July-No Classes

External grant applications at John A. Logan College follow a required three phase process: Pre Award, Award, and Post Award. Approval forms are required at specific stages and must be submitted to the Grant Team before moving forward.

All completed forms should be emailed to grants@jalc.edu

  • Step 1: Develop Your Project Idea

    Identify the need or opportunity your project will address. Clearly define the goals, objectives, and intended outcomes of the project.

  • Step 2: Identify Potential Funding Sources

    Research grant opportunities that align with your project idea and institutional priorities. Confirm eligibility and funding requirements.

  • Step 3: Obtain Initial Approval

    Complete and submit Form 1: Grant Proposal Approval to initiate internal review. Approval of Form 1 is required before proceeding to the Award phase.

  • Step 1: Write Project Proposal

    Identify key team members and assign a Principal Investigator (PI) to lead the proposal and oversee the project.  Develop the proposal in alignment with funder guidelines, including project activities, outcomes, evaluation methods, and timelines. 

  • Step 2: Get Approval

    Complete and submit Form 2: Grant Application Approval for institutional review prior to finalizing the application. Work with the Grant Office and Business Office to confirm budget accuracy and required documentation.

  • Step 3: Submit the Grant Application

    The Grant Manager will review the completed proposal and submit the application to the funding agency on behalf of the College.

 

 
  • Step 1: Receive and Record Award Decision 

    Email a copy of the award decision, whether approved or denied, to the Grant Team. Submit Form 3 to document the outcome. Forward the official grant agreement or contract for review and processing.

  • Step 2: Initiate Project Activities 

    Launch the project in coordination with the Grant Office and Business Office. Follow all grant terms, institutional policies, and reporting requirements.

  • Step 3: Complete Required Reports  

    The Grant Manager will review the completed proposal and submit the application to the funding agency on behalf of the College.

  • Step 4: Share Grant Success

    Contact JALC Marketing, Communications & Public Relations to share grant success on social media.

External Grant Funding Agencies

Below are key organizations and agencies that offer competitive funding opportunities for educational institutions, research initiatives, and community programs. 

Once you’ve identified a potential funding source, begin the Preliminary Phase of the grant process by developing your idea and completing Form 1: Grant Proposal Approval.

National Science Foundation

Federal Grant Funding-Grants from all 26 agencies 

National Institutes of Health 

National Endowment for the Arts

Illinois Community College Board

National Endowment for the Humanities

Private Foundation Funding

 

 

JALC Policies and Procedures 

These are the JALC Policies and Procedures commonly used for grants.

Application for and Acceptance of Grants Board Policy 7170

Grant Personnel Board Policy 7171 

Professional Staff Position Guidelines-Board Policy 5220

Professional Staff Compensation-Board Policy 5220A

Professional Staff Compensation-Administrative Procedure 521  

Professional Staff Employment Levels-Administrative Procedure 522

Executive Support Staff Position Guidelines-Board Policy 5221

Executive Support Staff Employment Levels-Administrative Procedure 522A 

Professional and Executive Support Staff Employment Levels-Administrative Procedure 522A.1

External Consulting and Employment-Board Policy 5153

Health Insurance-Board Policy 5280 

Hiring Policy for Full-Time Faculty-Board Policy 5310 

Release Time-Board Policy 5332 

Stipends-Administrative Procedure 508

 

 

 

Financial Management Systems Board Policy 7172

Travel Authorization and Reimbursement-Administrative Procedure 742

Mileage Reimbursement for Adjunct Faculty 742A 

Institutional Review-Board Policy 7174 

Institutional Review Board-Administrative Procedure 751

Purchasing Website

Purchasing Board Policy 7154  

Purchasing Administrative Procedure 701

Key Roles in the Grant Process

  • Principal Investigator (PI): Serves as the project lead and primary point of contact. Develops program content, oversees project implementation, ensures compliance with grant requirements, and coordinates with the Grant Office and Business Office.
  • Grant Team (Grant Office and Business Office):
    Provides guidance throughout the full grant life cycle, reviews proposals and budgets, manages institutional approvals and submissions, oversees contracts and financial compliance, and ensures adherence to college, state, and federal grant requirements.
  • Business Office (as part of the Grant Team):
    Manages fiscal oversight of awarded grants, including budget review, contract processing, expenditure tracking, and financial reporting in coordination with the Grant Office.
  • Marketing and Communications: Assists with sharing approved grant successes through College marketing and communication platforms.

Grant Contacts

Gretchen Cudworth-Grant Manager
Email: gretchen.cudworth@jalc.edu
Phone: 618-985-2828 Ext. 8730

Alex Waters-Advancement & Grant Specialist
Email: alexandria.waters@jalc.edu
Phone: 618-985-2828 Ext. 8991

Gracie Maynor-Grant Accountant
Email: gracie.maynor@jalc.edu
Phone: 618-985-2828 Ext. 8045

Colby Chamness- Associate Controller
Email: colby.chamness@jalc.edu
Phone: 618-985-2828 Ext. 8031