Grants for Homeless

Last updated October 23, 2026

Grantable tracks 623 active grants for homeless in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 11 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 257 list an award amount, with a median of $32K.

Grants tracked: 623; from 490 funders
Median award: $32K; middle half $10K–$220K
Total listed funding: $140.5M; across 257 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 25; 25 with a published date

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HOKC: Good Works Program: Medium Grants Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The HOKC Good Works Program provides medium grants ranging from $2,500 to $9,999 to support Kentucky nonprofits.	Not published	$3K – $10K
Summer Fund Grant Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Summer Fund Grant, established in 1971 by Philanthropy Massachusetts, supports summer camps and enrichment programs for underserved youth in Greater Boston.	Not published	Up to $40K
Emergency Food & Shelter Program (EFSP) United Way of the Brazos Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies United Way of the Brazos Valley serves as the Local Board Chair for the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP).	Not published	Varies
Community Trust Fund Grants The League Club Inc · Foundation Not published · $18K – $30K	Not published	$18K – $30K
LRAC Operating Expenses Grant The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Fox Cares Foundation Grant Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $6K The Fox Cares Foundation Grant, administered by the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, supports nonprofits addressing homelessness, hunger, and arts engagement.	Not published	$1K – $6K
Emergency Food and Shelter Grant United Way of Aiken County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies United Way of Aiken County administers the Emergency Food and Shelter Grant in Aiken County. This grant supports emergency food and shelter assistance programs.	Not published	Varies
JAH Foundation Grant JAH Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The JAH Foundation, established in 2012 in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, is dedicated to supporting community organizations aligned with Christian principles.	Not published	Varies
Enhancing Pastoral and Social Ministry Grants Catholic Extension · Foundation Not published · Varies Catholic Extension's Enhancing Pastoral and Social Ministry Grants aim to empower the church to broaden its outreach and foster societal transformation through targeted pastoral and social initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Emergency Food and Shelter Program United Way of Cowlitz County · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
SCC Nashville Grant Program Speedway Children's Charities · Foundation Not published · Varies The SCC Nashville Grant Program, managed by Speedway Children's Charities, supports nonprofit organizations dedicated to improving the lives of children in middle Tennessee.	Not published	Varies
Give Smart Montgomery Central Alabama Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Give Smart Montgomery Fund supports nonprofits providing programs or projects that address the categories of homelessness, mental health and/or substance abuse in regards to panhandlers in Montgomery County, Alabama.	Not published	Varies
Centralized Diversion Fund (CDF) Building Changes · Foundation Not published · Varies A system-wide resource developed with Africatown International and Building Changes. Provides flexible funding to help families move into permanent housing by addressing barriers that keep families locked out of housing.	Not published	Varies
Safety Through Recovery, Engagement, and Evidence-Based Treatment and Support Grant FORECAST Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis · Foundation Not published · Varies The Safety Through Recovery program aims to provide essential street-based engagement, treatment, and recovery support services to individuals experiencing homelessness.	Not published	Varies
Dover Grants Speedway Children's Charities · Foundation Not published · Varies Dover Grants, offered by Speedway Children's Charities, supports 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations focused on children's welfare in Delaware and the mid-Atlantic region.	Not published	Varies
FY24-25 Continuum of Care (CoC) Program Competition Partners in Care- Oahu Continuum of Care · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Shelby County Commissioners Tindall Farm Fund Grant Blue River Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Shelby County Commissioners Tindall Farm Fund Grant aims to provide essential support for organizations meeting the basic needs of residents in Shelby County, including food, shelter, and clothing.	Not published	Up to $8K
Arnall Community Funds Lawton Community Foundation Affiliated Fund of the Occf Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arnall Community Funds, part of the Oklahoma City Community Foundation, award grants to local nonprofits providing services to people in the justice and foster care systems, and those experiencing homelessness.	Not published	Varies
Reynolds and Reynolds Associate Foundation Grant Reynolds and Reynolds Employee Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Reynolds and Reynolds Associate Foundation Grant supports various charitable initiatives across multiple counties in Ohio and Texas.	Not published	Varies
Health Ambassadors for People Experiencing Homelessness Sierra Health Foundation Center for Health Program Management · Foundation Not published · $100K – $3.9M A statewide program providing funding and technical assistance for organizations to hire, train, mentor and support Health Ambassadors.	Not published	$100K – $3.9M
COVID-19 Rental Assistance Community in Action · Foundation Not published · Varies Program to assist renters who have experienced COVID-19 related hardships including job loss or income reduction.	Not published	Varies
Yield Giving Open Call Award Alliance to End Homelessness in Suburban Cook County · Foundation Not published · $1M	Not published	$1M
Joseph Durda Foundation Grant The Joseph Durda Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Joseph Durda Foundation, established in 1989, prioritizes charitable giving to alleviate poverty, support orphans, and assist disabled individuals.	Not published	Varies
Alexandra Ryan Swanson Live Your Dream Scholarship Grant Arizona Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies For more than four decades, the Arizona Community Foundation has worked in tandem with generous individuals, families, and organizations to address some of the biggest challenges facing our state.	Not published	Varies

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About grants for homeless

Grants for homeless services fund shelters, permanent supportive housing, rapid rehousing, street outreach, and homelessness prevention programs. HUD's Continuum of Care program is the largest federal source, distributing over $3 billion annually. SAMHSA, FEMA, and private foundations provide additional funding for organizations serving people experiencing homelessness.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for homeless award?

Of the 623 grants for homeless Grantable lists as of October 23, 2026, 257 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $32K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $220K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for homeless?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Speedway Children's Charities (8), Building Changes (6), United Way of the Bay Area (6), California Department of Housing and Community Development (5), and Department of Housing and Community Development (5). In all, 490 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for homeless due?

Of 623 grants listed, 25 accept applications on a rolling basis, 25 have a published upcoming deadline, 152 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 421 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 52% fall in January–March.

What is the Continuum of Care program?

HUD's Continuum of Care (CoC) program is the main federal funding source for homeless services, providing about $3.4 billion annually. CoC funds permanent supportive housing, rapid rehousing, transitional housing, and supportive services. Funding flows through local CoC collaborative applicants — usually a coalition of service providers in each community.

Can new organizations get homeless service grants?

Yes, though it can be challenging. New organizations should connect with their local Continuum of Care first. HUD's Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) program is often more accessible for newer providers. State and foundation grants may have lower barriers to entry. Partnering with established organizations through sub-awards is another common path for new providers.

Are there grants for homelessness prevention?

Yes. The Emergency Solutions Grant program specifically funds homelessness prevention, including rental assistance and case management. HUD's Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS (HOPWA) includes prevention funding. Many community foundations and United Ways fund prevention programs. FEMA's Emergency Food and Shelter Program also supports prevention services.

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