Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA)
The Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) of 2014, 30 ILCS 708/1 et seq., established statewide standards to increase transparency, ensure accountability, and streamline grant management. All grants administered by Executive Branch agencies must be awarded through a competitive Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) process, requiring applicants to outline a clear scope of work, provide a detailed budget, and demonstrate the capacity to deliver proposed activities.
GATA Pre-Qualification Requirements
To apply for or receive funding – whether through a NOFO or direct award – entities must be registered and in Good Standing within the GATA Grantee Portal. Completing and maintaining all pre-qualification requirements ensures you can focus on preparing a strong application, including a detailed budget and other key documents.
Complete the following to register in the GATA Grantee Portal and pre-qualify:
- Register with the System for Award Management (SAM).
- Obtain a Unique Entity Identification Number (UEI) via SAM.gov.
- Apply for, update, or verify your agency Employer Identification Number (EIN).
- Complete registration in the Illinois Gata Grantee Portal.
Resources for Grant Seekers
How to Access GATA Grantee Portal
Registering Your Organization in the GATA Grantee Portal
What Does Pre-Qualification Mean?
What is the Annual Risk Assessment
ILETSB Tip Sheet – Common Missteps in the Grant Application Process
For more helpful information about grants, you can visit our partners at the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (Video Training & Resources) and the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA – Training). Their teams have created many easy-to-follow videos and tutorials to guide you through the State of Illinois grant process. The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity also offers live training on different parts of the grant lifecycle. You can sign up for these free sessions by visiting their Upcoming Grant Trainings page.
Euna Grant Management System Overview
Access to Euna Grants requires registration on the Illinois GATA Grantee Portal.
The first time you access an opportunity through the portal, you will be prompted to create a login and password. Alternatively, some users may receive an email invitation from another user in their organization. Once registered, you will be able to access the grant opportunity.
When logging into the Euna grant management system, remember to use the same username and password as you would for the GATA grantee portal. When logging into Euna, always click on Public Account. After entering your username, the system will automatically add @public.external.illinois.gov.
If you are new to Euna (formerly AmpliFund), watch this tutorial recorded on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, to learn basic navigation, how to apply for and manage an award.
Use the green circles in the video to jump directly to key sections including:
- Locating Opportunity Details in the CSFA (11:42)
- Navigating an Application and Applying (14:22)
- Post-Award Budget & Expenses (48:07)
- Post-Award Reporting Periods (aka Quarterly Reports) (53:33)
Need more help? Visit the Euna Help Desk or call Euna Grants Support at 1-844-407-3573
Required Forms & Documents
Conflict of Interest Disclosure
Programmatic Risk Assessment Questionnaire
Resources for Managing an Award
ILETSB Tip Sheet – Interest Earned on Grant Funds
ILETSB Tip Sheet – Non-Compliance & the Grantee Compliance Enforcement System
ILETSB Tip Sheet – Periodic Financial and Performance Reports
ILETSB Tip Sheet – Monitoring of the Uniform Grant Agreement
**Coming Soon** Requesting an Amendment to Your Award
Current Grant Opportunities
**Coming Soon - Fall 2026**
The Illinois Law Enforcement Training & Standards Board first began offering equipment grants for law enforcement agencies in 2007 with the passage of the original Camera Grant Act to help police agencies obtain in-car dash camera recording systems. This program was revised and expanded to include officer-worn body cameras in 2015.
If you have any questions, please contact us at ptb.grants@illinois.gov or call 217-558-1542.