(WAND) - An opportunity to invest state funds into local communities. 

At least $50 million in grants is now available for organizations across Illinois from the R-3 program. 

The funds come from cannabis sales with 25% of tax revenues from sales funding the grants. 

Applications opened earlier in January. 

For the application and eligibility information, go here. 

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