FY28 Funding IL’s Future

10/08/2026

As ISBE Board hearings kicked off this week, Evidence-Based Funding (EBF) was top of mind for many. It’s a reminder of why continued investments matter, so every student in every public school has the resources they need to thrive.
Coming soon: a toolkit to help you craft your testimony and register for the next ISBE budget hearings. Stay tuned!

The Illinois State Board of Education held its first meeting to collect public feedback on what should be included in next year’s budget. What were some of the top issues?

10/07/2026

As part of Advance Illinois' Superintendent Spotlight series, Dr. Jerry Bell (Peoria Public Schools District 150) discusses how Evidence-Based Funding (EBF) has helped not only hire and retain educators and other support staff, but also ensure that schools have adequate, culturally responsive resources and materials to support the success of students in the district. https://hubs.la/Q04zyrhW0

10/01/2026

As Advance Illinois introduces its new Equity First superintendents through the Get to Know Me blog series, these leaders highlight the importance of Evidence-Based funding (EBF) in their school districts. This week, Billy Hueramo (CUSD 428) details how funding has helped provide the resources and access to nutritious meals students need to help them thrive at school. https://hubs.la/Q04yQs4s0

09/15/2026

Join Advance Illinois for a virtual briefing on Tuesday, Sept. 22, for an update on Evidence-Based Funding (EBF) data, where funding gaps remain, and where Illinois stands today. Register here: https://hubs.la/Q04xsXYw0

09/15/2026

Acompañe a Advance Illinois en una sesión informativa virtual el martes 22 de septiembre para conocer las novedades sobre los datos de Financiamiento Basado en Evidencia (EBF), dónde persisten las brechas de financiamiento, y dónde se encuentra Illinois hoy. Regístrate ahora: https://hubs.la/Q04xsY8N0

09/15/2026

¿Qué sigue para el financiamiento escolar en Illinois? 📚 Funding Illinois’ Future se reúne nuevamente este otoño para definir nuestras prioridades para el próximo año. Acompáñenos de manera virtual el miércoles 23 de septiembre para conocer cómo puede participar y apoyar un financiamiento escolar equitativo en Illinois.
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09/15/2026

What’s next for public school funding in Illinois? 📚 Funding Illinois’ Future is coming together this fall to shape our priorities for the year ahead. Join us virtually Wednesday, Sept. 23 to learn how you can get involved and support equitable public school funding across Illinois!
RSVP: [email protected]

06/22/2026

What a year for the Funding Illinois' Future coalition! Thank you for helping advance equitable school funding across Illinois. The work will continue in the fall.

06/22/2026

¡Qué año tan increíble para la coalición Funding Illinois’ Future! Gracias por ayudarnos a impulsar un financiamiento escolar más equitativo para todos los estudiantes de Illinois. El trabajo continúa este otoño.

06/02/2026

Read our full statement: https://hubs.la/Q04jRcm40