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…

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Community Resources

  • 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.

    Request the card here

  • Monthly Newsletter

    Sign up for our monthly email newsletter to get the latest updates on local events, helpful resources, legislative outreach, and how our office is working for you. From community highlights to service opportunities, it's a quick and easy way to stay informed and involved.

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  • August Donation Drive

    Each month my office works with a different local organization to collect items to donate to folks who need them. If you would like to donate in person at our district office, stop by during our office hours.

    Thank you to everyone who donates!

    Donate online here

  • Immigration Resources

    For resources on ICE, Immigration, and knowing your Rights, please click on the link below.

    Immigration Resources

  • Child Tax Credit

    This tax season, take a few minutes to file your return and make sure you don’t miss out on the support your family has earned.

    Child Tax Credit Information

  • File a Witness Slip

    Follow these steps to file a Witness Slip and make your voice heard.

    File a Witness Slip

Scholarship & Grant Opportunities

  • 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.

    ~Apply Here

  • Multiple Internship opportunities with RTA

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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

    ~Apply Here

  • 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/

  • The Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation (ILBCF) is offering educational scholarship opportunities to high school seniors and undergraduate students who will continue their education at a two or four-year institution in Fall 2026.

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  • Union Pacific Railroad's application period for the 2026 Community Ties Giving Program provides small- and medium-sized grants to local organizations in communities across our network.

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  • Scholarship Program dedicated to empowering women who are pursuing higher education, professional advancement, and leadership opportunities.

    Apply Here

  • What: Projects eligible for funding through ITEP include biking and walking paths, trails, streetscape beautification work and other improvements designed to encourage safe travel across the various modes of transportation at the local level.

    Eligibility: Local governments and regional planning commissions. Nonprofit and private entities that apply must have a public sponsor. Projects must be included in the local MPO’s Transportation Improvement Program (TIP).

    How much: $157 million is available. Maximum of $5m awarded per project. 25% of set-aside funds will be directed towards projects in high-need communities. Match requirements vary based on project activity and project location.

    Deadline: Applications are due Monday, October 5th at 5pm

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Interactive District Map IL-54