Economic Development for a Growing Economy (EDGE) Tax Credit
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) · State
A state corporate income-tax credit rewarding Illinois businesses for creating or retaining jobs and making capital investment, calculated as a percentage of payroll withholding for qualifying employees.
What this program’s published criteria check
Requirements the program publishes
- For IL small businesses.
Who it covers
Businesses in Illinois
Funding range
Amount not published — confirm on the official source
Deadline
No published deadline — confirm the current round on the official source
Application cost
The official application is free.
Official source
Always apply through the funder directly. FundBridge Navigator never submits on your behalf.
https://dceo.illinois.gov/expandrelocate/incentives/edge.htmlInformation last verified July 23, 2026.
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