Illinois manufacturers… your moment is here. The Made in Illinois Grant Program is a game-changing opportunity for small and mid-sized manufacturers to access up to $50,000 in matching funds to support innovation and strategic technological advancements. Do I Qualify?

Prime Healthcare announced today that it has successfully completed the historic acquisition of eight Ascension Illinois hospitals, four senior living and post-acute care facilities, and physician practices, signaling a new era of service excellence and award-winning healthcare in the Greater Chicago area.

The Illinois Green Business Association (IGBA) has partnered with Intuit, the maker of Quickbooks, and the Green Business Engagement National Network (GBENN) to offer energy efficiency and electrification grants up to $1,000 for 45 businesses in Illinois! There are many qualifying projects, including LED lighting upgrades, EV charging stations, HVAC maintenance ….and much more!

NEWS & UPDATES Happy New Year! Thank you for reading IDOL’s first newsletter of 2025 featuring important updates to labor laws that you should know about. We are committed to keeping you informed as we navigate the year ahead together.