Programs & services
Listed on the organization's official site (ides.illinois.gov), checked Aug 24, 2026. Always confirm availability with the organization.
- Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC)Employers who hire and retain veterans and/or individuals from other target groups with significant barriers to employment.
- WOTC certification requests through IDES’ Online PortalEmployers submitting WOTC certification requests to verify individuals fall into the specific categories.
- WOTC certification requests via US MailEmployers who need to submit WOTC certification requests via USPS after emailing IDES first.
Eligibility
WOTC (Work Opportunity Tax Credit) is a federal tax credit available to employers who hire and retain veterans and/or individuals from other target groups with significant barriers to employment. Veterans Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Recipients
How to reach them
- Call the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at 1-877-424-383824/7 — connects veterans who are homeless or at risk with local help.
- Serves all of Illinois
Next step
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