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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Illinois Board of Higher Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

End Student Housing Insecurity (ESHI) Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Board of Higher Education Amount: Up to US $200,000 Last Updated: December 14, 2025 Summary The End Student Housing…

NORTHWEST CT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION TRUST · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Ending Childhood Poverty in Northwest CT Mission: NCCF is dedicated to ensuring that every Northwest CT child has the fullest opportunity to grow, learn, and succeed Focus Areas: - Addressing…

ELKS NATIONAL FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

ENF Community Investments Program - Freedom Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elks National Foundation Inc Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: September 03, 2025 Summary The ENF Community Investments Program…

ELKS NATIONAL FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

ENF Community Investments Program - Spotlight Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elks National Foundation Inc Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: September 01, 2025 Summary The ENF Community Investments…

CONNECTICUT ELKS ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

ENF Spotlight Grant Overview: Grant from the Elks National Foundation Community Investments Program to shine a light on pressing issues facing American communities. Geographic Scope: Available to all…

Catholic Extension · Rolling / Open Foundation

Enhancing Pastoral and Social Ministry Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Catholic Extension Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary Catholic Extension's Enhancing Pastoral and Social Ministry Grants aim to…

ALLIANCE TO END HOMELESSNESS IN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Entry Point Call Center Program Manager Status: Past deadline (RFP issued with April 19, 2024 deadline) Geographic Scope: Suburban Cook County, Illinois Focus Areas: - Establish county-wide call…

Episcopal Foundation Of Dallas · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Episcopal Foundation of Dallas Annual Grant Program Overview: The Episcopal Foundation of Dallas offers direct financial support through an annual grant program benefiting parishes, schools, and…

Episcopal Foundation Of Dallas · Rolling / Open Foundation

Episcopal Health Foundation of Dallas Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Episcopal Foundation Of Dallas Amount: US $3,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Episcopal Health…

GREATER LAWRENCE FAMILY HEALTH CENTER · Rolling / Open Foundation

Essex Country Community Foundation Response Fund Grant Funder: Essex Country Community Foundation Award Amount: $20,000 Geographic Scope: Merrimack Valley, Massachusetts Focus Areas: Climate health…

The Everychild Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Everychild Foundation Annual Grant Award Amount: $1,000,000 Geographic Scope: Greater Los Angeles area Organization: The Everychild Foundation is a group of 215 philanthropic women based in Los…

Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government · Rolling / Open Foundation

External Agency Fund: Office of Social Services Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government Amount: More than US $25,000 Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The…

FAIRWINDS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fairwinds Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fairwinds Foundation Inc Last Updated: October 05, 2025 Summary The FAIRWINDS Foundation Grants support Central Florida's economically vulnerable…

UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL ARKANSAS INC · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Fall Mini Grant Overview: A competitive grant program for local non-profits. Over $250,000 were awarded to local organizations across both grant cycles. Geographic Scope: Central Arkansas Focus…

State of Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration · Rolling / Open Foundation

Family Violence Prevention Services Act (AR) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration Amount: Up to US $246,594 Last Updated: May 12, 2025 Summary The…

Foundations Community Partnership · Rolling / Open Foundation

FCP Emergency Action Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundations Community Partnership Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: October 27, 2025 Summary The FCP Emergency Action Grants provide financial…

GULF COAST PARTNERSHIP INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

FEMA EFSP Phase 41 Funder: Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Program Type: Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) Status: Active (mentioned on website) National Board Composition:…

Frequently Asked Questions

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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