Housing Grants for Nonprofits in California
Last updated October 12, 2026
There are 6 active housing grants for nonprofits tagged to California, part of 1,222 active housing grants for nonprofits listed nationwide. Updated daily.
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Permanent Local Housing Allocation/ 2024 PLHA NOFA Department of Housing and Community Development · State Feb 28, 2027 · Varies The principal goal of this program is to make funding available to eligible Local Governments in California for housing-related projects and programs that assist in addressing the unmet housing needs of their local communities. | |
| Permanent Local Housing Allocation/ 2022 PLHA NOFA Department of Housing and Community Development · State Feb 28, 2027 · Varies The principal goal of this program is to make funding available to eligible Local Governments in California for housing-related projects and programs that assist in addressing the unmet housing needs of their local communities. | |
| Permanent Local Housing Allocation/ 2023 PLHA NOFA Department of Housing and Community Development · State Jun 30, 2027 · Varies The principal goal of this program is to make funding available to eligible Local Governments in California for housing-related projects and programs that assist in addressing the unmet housing needs of their local communities. | |
| 2024 LHTF NOFA Round 5 Department of Housing and Community Development · State Not published · Varies The principal goal of this program is to provide grants to Local Housing Trust Funds established by cities and counties, Native American Tribes, and incorporated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations to increase the supply of housing to… | |
| HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) 2024 Program Activities reopened NOFA Department of Housing and Community Development · State Not published · Varies The state HOME program provides funding for housing rehabilitation, new construction, and acquisition and rehabilitation for multifamily projects; new construction and down payment assistance for single-family projects; first-time… | |
| Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) — Community Crisis Support (Sonoma CAN) Community Action Partnership of Sonoma County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) provides Sonoma County residents with one month of assistance in rent, mortgage, or a utility bill if they have verifiable COVID-19 related impact as of January 2023. |
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About housing grants for nonprofits in California
Housing grants for nonprofits fund the development, rehabilitation, and operation of housing for low-income, homeless, and vulnerable populations, along with related services. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is the largest public funder, with programs spanning homeless assistance, affordable housing development, and capacity-building, supplemented by housing-focused intermediaries and foundations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What housing grants are available for nonprofits?
Nonprofits can pursue funding for permanent supportive housing, rapid rehousing, affordable housing development, homeownership assistance, and housing-related services. HUD programs such as the Continuum of Care, HOME Investment Partnerships, and the Self-Help Homeownership Opportunity Program support different parts of this work, alongside state housing finance agencies and private funders.
Does HUD fund housing nonprofits?
Yes. HUD funds nonprofits both directly, through programs like the Continuum of Care and the Self-Help Homeownership Opportunity Program, and indirectly through HOME and Community Development Block Grant dollars that pass through states and local governments. Nonprofits can also access HUD capacity-building funds by affiliating with national intermediaries such as LISC, Enterprise, or NeighborWorks.
Who else funds housing nonprofits?
Beyond HUD, state and local housing finance agencies, the Federal Home Loan Banks' Affordable Housing Program, and national intermediaries like LISC, Enterprise Community Partners, and NeighborWorks America provide funding and technical assistance. Community foundations and corporate funders, particularly banks meeting community-reinvestment goals, also support housing work.
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