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Illinois Rolls Out Grant Program for Small Grocers

Initiative aimed at supporting indies and co-ops in food deserts

Gov. Pritzker Announces New Illinois Grocery Initiative Grant Opportunity

More Grocery Stores Could Come To Chicago Food Deserts Through State-Led Program

The new grant program is part of the Illinois Grocery Initiative, which aims to eliminate food deserts. Local government, independent grocers and cooperatives with fewer than 500 employees can apply.

'Zero benefit to taxpayers'

SPRINGFIELD — The conflict regarding how to address getting rid of Illinois’ 1% grocery tax continues with Republicans saying their plan should be considered.

New Illinois program targets food deserts

The new grant program will help new grocery stores open up in smaller communities and improve existing stores.