IL Veterans & Military Employment Programs
Run by IL Department of Employment Security / DVA, a state agency
Illinois offers veterans a $100,000 homestead exemption on property taxes, specialized employment services through IDES, and the Illinois Military Economic Relief Act benefits.
- Award
- Free job placement + training + property tax exemption $100,000
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Run by
- IL Department of Employment Security / DVA
- State
Who it's for
- IL veteran
- Property tax: disabled veteran, 30%+ disability rating
- Employment: honorably discharged veteran seeking work in IL
IL Department of Employment Security / DVA decides who gets help.
How to apply
You apply on the program's own website. GrantLantern doesn't process applications. We link you straight to the source.
Apply at www2.illinois.govOpens in a new tab. GrantLantern is not affiliated with this program.
IL Veterans & Military Employment Programs is one option. What else may help?
Many households qualify for more than one program. Answer a few questions to see what else you may qualify for.
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Where this comes from
Details are based on the program's official information. IL Department of Employment Security / DVA decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.