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.

645 grants
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San Diego County Bar Foundation · September 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

General Grant Fund Funder: San Diego County Bar Foundation (SDCBF) Geographic Scope: San Diego County, California Mission: The San Diego County Bar Foundation is the charitable arm of the San Diego…

COMMUNITY WEST FOUNDATION · July 3, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

General Grants Program Funder: Community West Foundation Geographic Scope: Cleveland, Western Cuyahoga County, and Lorain County, Ohio Overview: Community West Foundation accepts grant applications…

LANGLEY FOR FAMILIES - · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

General Grants Program - Quarterly Cycle Funder: Langley for Families Foundation Geographic Scope: Hampton Roads (Virginia), including but not limited to: - Hampton - Newport News - Williamsburg -…

Various (over $89,000 dispersed in multiple rounds)
CHATTANOOGA CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

GeneroCity COVID-19 Fund Grants Overview: Emergency relief fund established in response to COVID-19 pandemic. The Generosity Trust made multiple rounds of grants from this fund to support…

Governor's Office of Planning and Budget · Rolling / Open State

Georgia Investments in Housing Grant (SLFRF) The Georgia Investments in Housing Grant will support nonprofits that are 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(19) tax-exempt organizations who provide affordable housing…

CENTRAL ALABAMA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview 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…

GOLDEN CIVIC FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Grant Program Funder: Golden Civic Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: Golden, Colorado and surrounding areas (Jefferson and Gilpin Counties) Organization Type: 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation Federal…

INVEST IN OTHERS CHARITABLE · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Grants for Good (COVID-19 Emergency Program) Organization: Invest in Others Charitable Foundation Program Status: Emergency grant program launched during COVID-19 pandemic (Spring 2020). Status of…

$5,000 - $25,000
Looking Out Foundation · July 1, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Grants to Charities Funder: Looking Out Foundation (Tennessee, US) Program Type: Grants to tax-exempt public charities under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code Geographic Scope Not…

GRATIS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Gratis Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gratis Foundation Last Updated: December 20, 2025 Summary The Gratis Foundation Grant supports organizations focused on education, health care,…

UNITED WAY OF THE BAY AREA · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Greater Bay Area Central Coast Wildfire Relief Fund Status: Launched August 2020 for immediate and long-term recovery assistance Geographic Scope: 15 counties including Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin,…

The Greehey Family Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Greehey Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greehey Family Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000,000 Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The Greehey Family Foundation Grant aims to enhance…

Illinois Department of Human Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

HAIF Housing Assistance for Individuals and Families Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services Amount: Approximately US $66,500 Last Updated: October 12, 2025 Summary The…

CENTRAL CAROLINA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Handel-Carter Assistance Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Carolina Community Foundation Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary Overview **All scholarship amounts listed are past annual…

Hathaway Family Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hathaway Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hathaway Family Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Hathaway Family Foundation Grant aims to enhance the lives of…

NORTH CAROLINA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

HCWGMW Donor Advised Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The HCWGMW Donor Advised Fund Grant supports initiatives aimed at…

FARMINGTON BANK COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Welcome Farmington Bank Community Foundation, which continues the 167 year legacy of the former Farmington Bank, provides financial support to non-profit organizations and community programs…

$100,000 - $250,000 over 18 months per organization; $3.86 million total (2022 funding)
SIERRA HEALTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Health Ambassadors for People Experiencing Homelessness Program Type: Competitive grant program administered by The Center at Sierra Health Foundation Funder: California Department of Public Health…

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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