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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The Methodist Hospital: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Grant The Methodist Hospital · Foundation Not published · Varies Through the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Grant, Houston Methodist focuses on addressing social determinants impacting social minority groups such as women, people experiencing homelessness, older adults, the LGBTQ+ community, immigrants…	Not published	Varies
Clark County Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) United Way of Southern Nevada · Foundation Not published · $1M – $5.8M Federal funding program administered by United Way of Southern Nevada and the Local Board of the Clark County Emergency Food and Shelter Program to support organizations providing emergency food and shelter services.	Not published	$1M – $5.8M
ACF: Community Enrichment Grant Adams County Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The CEG application will go live on April 25th on the eCivis platform, closing on May 25th.	Not published	Varies
Tenant Outreach Fund- Urgent Needs Grants Seeding Justice · Foundation Not published · Varies Seeding Justice received a $1M grant from the legislature through Oregon Housing and Community Services to support residents who The funds are part of an allocation in a bill the Oregon Legislature passed in 2024 to address the state’s…	Not published	Varies
UWNCO Community Relief Fund United Way of North Central Ohio Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies United Way of North Central Ohio established the Community Relief Fund to support local social services in response to the COVID-19 crisis and its consequences. The fund enables swift and strategic response to community needs.	Rolling	Varies
Reed and Carolee Walker Fund Grant The Oregon Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $150K The Reed and Carolee Walker Fund, established in 2003, is a permanent endowment managed by The Oregon Community Foundation.	Not published	$5K – $150K
Transition Age Youth Advocacy Grant CA Commission for Behavioral Health (CBH) · Foundation Not published · $670K – $2.0M The Transition Age Youth Advocacy Grant aims to empower young individuals aged 16-25, particularly those with serious mental health challenges, to advocate for their needs within California's behavioral health system.	Not published	$670K – $2.0M
Dallas- Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Dallas County Texas · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dallas Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) provides approximately $190,000 annually to support homeless services in Dallas County.	Not published	Varies
Operation Round Up Grant Program Clay Electric Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · $2K – $15K The Clay Electric Foundation approves grants throughout the year from the Operation Round Up program. This program receives funding from unclaimed money and member contributions that are rounded up on their electric bills.	Rolling	$2K – $15K
Essex Country Community Foundation Response Fund Grant Greater Lawrence Family Health Center Inc · Foundation Not published · $20K This grant enables GLFHC to distribute Climate Health Preparedness Kits to homeless patients to mitigate climate-related health risks.	Not published	$20K
Shelter & immigration Grants Episcopal Charities of the Diocese of New York · Foundation Not published · Varies Episcopal Charities provides critical funding, and operational support to strengthen nearly 100 local organizations working to transform the lives of more than 1 million people in need each year.	Not published	Varies
Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) Phase 36 United Way of Westchester and Putnam · Foundation Not published · $467K Federal funding program that helps extend currently available services for the hungry and homeless in Westchester County. United Way of Westchester and Putnam, Inc.	Not published	$467K
WSFS Foundation Grant WSFS Cares Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The mission of the WSFS CARES Foundation is to support qualified nonprofit service organizations within our regional footprint that are invested in improving communities, fostering a spirit of inclusion and diversity and whose focus aligns…	Not published	Varies
Chevron Wins for Kids Grant Program Astros Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Chevron and the Astros Foundation invite applications to the 2026 Wins for Kids grant program; for every Astros win, Chevron and the Astros Foundation each donate $10,000 to five charities selected through a nomination process.	Not published	Varies
Catholic Health Foundation of Greater Boston, Inc. Grants The Catholic Community Fund of the Archdiocese of Boston Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
ENF Community Investments Program - Spotlight Grants Elks National Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K The ENF Community Investments Program offers Spotlight Grants to Lodges, empowering them to tackle pressing community issues such as family literacy, veteran homelessness, and hunger.	Not published	$2K
Sailors' Snug Harbor of Boston: Annual Grant Sailors' Snug Harbor of Boston Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Sailors' Snug Harbor of Boston offers annual grants to support 501(c)(3) organizations addressing the social service needs of fishermen, their families, and low-income elders in coastal Massachusetts.	Not published	Varies
External Agency Fund: Office of Social Services Grant Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government · Foundation Not published · $25K The External Agency Fund: Resilience and Community Services Grant invites local non-profits to apply for funding to support programs that align with the mayor's strategic goals.	Not published	$25K
Court Mitigation Grant (Removing Barriers Initiative) California Education Assistance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
WCCF: GIVE 365 Wayne County Grants Wayne County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The WCCF: GIVE 365 Wayne County Grants focus on enhancing community wellness and success in 2024.	Not published	Varies
Memphis Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP) Community Alliance for the Homeless Inc · Foundation Not published · $3.8M The YHDP is designed to support selected communities in the development and implementation of a coordinated community approach to preventing and ending youth homelessness.	Not published	$3.8M
Berrada Tenants Program - Short-Term Rent Assistance The Milwaukee Women's Center Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Provides short-term rent assistance to Berrada Properties tenants who have experienced financial hardship or loss of income and are at risk of eviction due to unpaid rent.	Rolling	Varies
Indigo Oak Fund: Grant for Women & Children's Issues The Vance R and Colleen H Andrus Family · Foundation Not published · Varies The Indigo Oak Fund is a Colorado-based private foundation focused on education, the arts, women and children’s issues, and ensuring equal justice under the law.	Not published	Varies
Passport Scholarship College Success Foundation - District of Columbia · Foundation Not published · Varies	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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