The program also accepts applications for fellowships in these areas. This fund is generated through a tax check-off on the Illinois income tax form.
Illinois taxpayers are able to donate part or all of their refund or write a check to the fund.
Since its start on the tax year 1993 form, this check-off has easily achieved the threshold. In addition to the check-off donations, the fund receives general revenue funds annually. All other members are appointed by the director of IDPH with the Governor s Office concurrence. The IDPH also convenes a Peer Review Panel to conduct scientific reviews of the applications. Membership on both the Committee and Panel is voluntary as the Research Fund does not have resources to support administrative costs including reimbursement for travel and other expenses.