How much funding does Emergency Food & Shelter Program (EFSP) provide?

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When is the deadline for Emergency Food & Shelter Program (EFSP)?

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Emergency Food & Shelter Program (EFSP)

United Way of Pueblo County

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Emergency Food & Shelter Program (EFSP)

Program Background: Established in 1983, the Emergency Food and Shelter Program has provided $6.6 billion in federal funding to enable local social service agencies to provide food and shelter assistance.

Funding Source: Federal funding through FEMA

Governance: EFSP National Board chaired by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) with representation from leading community-serving organizations, including United Way Worldwide.

Fund Allocation: The EFSP National Board develops the formula to determine how funds are allocated to localities.

Current Status (as of 2026-04-03): PROGRAM SUSPENDED

On January 27, 2025, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued a memorandum requiring a temporary pause on all federal financial assistance activities.

Although OMB rescinded the memorandum, EFSP has not been allowed to release payments to local service providers.

The program is under review within FEMA to ensure compliance with Executive Orders and Department of Homeland Security guidance.

EFSP cannot currently draw down funds from FEMA's payment system to pay participating agencies.

United Way Pueblo County will provide future updates as received.

Contact: United Way of Pueblo County for updates on program status