Illinois State Representative Mary Beth Canty
Serving the 54th District of Illinois
About State Representative Mary Beth Canty
Elected to the Illinois General Assembly in 2022, Mary Beth Canty represents the 54th District of Illinois, which includes Arlington Heights, Palatine, and Prospect Heights, and portions of Buffalo Grove, Mt. Prospect, and Wheeling.
Canty is an attorney, specializing in insurance coverage and construction liability. She was elected to the Arlington Heights Village Board of Trustees in 2019. In 2020, she was appointed…
Upcoming events
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Create-A-Bill Contest
November 19 - December 19
This contest offers students a hands-on opportunity to engage in the legislative process by developing and submitting their own ideas for new state laws. Entries will be judged based on creativity, community impact, and feasibility. The winning student(s) will be invited to join Rep. Canty in Springfield as an “Honorary Page for a Day.”
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Window Snow Art
December 1-22, Create at Home or Office Drop In
Rep. Canty’s Office: 12 E Northwest Hwy, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Help us bring some color, joy, and community spirit this December by adding to our holiday window decoration!
Community Resources
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Holiday Toy Drive
Help us support the spirit of the holiday season by providing toys for kids! This holiday, we are partnering with Partners for Our Communities. Be sure to check them out HERE! If you would like to donate in person at our office, come by between 9:30 AM and 4:30 PM.
Thank you to everyone who donates and happy holidays!
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Constituent Museum Card
Museums in the Park has partnered with the State of Illinois to offer free general admission for constituents of State Rep. Mary Beth Canty, 54th District.
Learn more about the program by clicking the button below.
Please Request the Card at least 14 Days in Advance.
Scholarship & Grant Opportunities
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Birth to Five Illinois will award $75,000 in Planning Grants to groups seeking to create and sustain a new Local Early Childhood Collaboration.
New groups may apply for up to $12,500 to create an Early Childhood Collaboration.
The deadline to apply for a Birth to Five Illinois Planning Grant is 11:00pm on Monday, January 12, 2026.
Learn more HERE.
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The State of Illinois provides an education scholarship for the dependents of veterans who are either Missing In Action, a Prisoner of War, died while on active duty, or were disabled due to service.
An eligible dependent is entitled to full payment of tuition and mandatory fees to any Illinois state supported college or university for a period equivalent to 4 years of enrollment, including summer terms.
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This is an essay contest put on by the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois.
~Eligible: Resident of Cook County and intend to study in a field of natural science.
~Deadline: Rolling
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The WTS Foundation awards scholarships to students pursuing careers in transportation, emphasizing the role of women and girls in the transportation field.
Eligibility:
Applicant must be a high school senior attending school in the Chicagoland area.
GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Currently studying math, science, and technology.
Considering a career in a transportation-related field.
Award: $1,000
Deadline: Will open again next year
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SEF helps Illinois residents attending in-state colleges by reducing student debt, making it possible for more Illinoisians to pursue higher education. To qualify, borrowers must attend a public or private not-for-profit institution.
Learn more about the Fund here: https://www.il-sef.com/
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The Illinois Student Assistance Commission is launching its 10th annual 'College Changes Everything' Campaign helping students complete their applications, get free FAFSA assistance, and make a plan for maximizing their financial aid. To learn more, visit collegechangeseverything.org
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Volunteer to be a merit-based grant reviewer and make a real impact in communities across Illinois.
Application Deadline: February 13th, 2026.