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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Episcopal Impact Fund · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Housing Security Grants Funder: Episcopal Impact Fund Geographic Scope: San Francisco Bay Area (Diocese of California) Mission: Support organizations that provide secure, affordable homes and reduce…

VANCOUVER SCHOOL DISTRICT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Housing Stability Fund Funder: Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools Geographic Scope: Vancouver Public Schools district (Vancouver, WA) Overview: The Housing Stability Fund provides one-time…

US $20,000 - US $50,000
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER · Rolling / Open Foundation

Housing Stability Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta Amount: US $20,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary The Community Foundation for Greater…

$100,000 distributed to 15 Houston area projects annually
Houston Bar Association · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Houston Bar Foundation Community Grants Program Status: Active Geographic Scope: Houston, Texas area Focus Areas: Supporting legal representation for those in need, promoting understanding of the…

SAN ANGELO AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grant Program for Non-Profit Organizations Overview: The San Angelo Area Foundation provides grant funding to non-profit organizations serving the Concho Valley area. Geographic Scope: Concho Valley…

THE PEOPLE'S FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

HPF: Urgent Action Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i People's Fund Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: September 07, 2025 Summary The Hawai'i People’s Fund offers Urgent Action Grants aimed at…

COALITION FOR THE HOMELESS OF PASCO · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

HUD CoC Builds Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) Funder: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Collaborative Applicant & Lead Agency: Coalition for the Homeless of Pasco County,…

MID FLORIDA HOMELESS COALITION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

HUD Continuum of Care (CoC) Program Competition Funder: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Geographic Scope: Citrus, Hernando, Lake, and Sumter counties in Florida Focus Areas: -…

COALITION FOR THE HOMELESS OF PASCO · August 19, 2026 · Annual Foundation

HUD FY2025 Continuum of Care (CoC) Program Competition Funder: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Collaborative Applicant & Lead Agency: Coalition for the Homeless of Pasco…

The Hulston Family Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hulston Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hulston Family Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: January 08, 2026 Summary The Hulston Family Foundation Grant supports…

King County Department of Community and Human Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

Human Services Bus Ticket Program RFP Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: King County Department of Community and Human Services Amount: Up to US $444,440 Last Updated: June 23, 2025 Summary The Human…

JUNEAU ARTS & HUMANITIES COUNCIL · August 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

HUMAN:ties Social Practice Grant Geographic Scope: Alaska Funder: Alaska Humanities Forum Description: The Alaska Humanities Forum's HUMAN:ties initiative explores the influence of human connection…

BUHL REGIONAL HEALTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Humane Housing Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Buhl Regional Health Foundation Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary Overview Humane Housing Grants The Buhl Regional Health Foundation (BRHF) invites…

Up to $5,000 directed to nonprofit(s) of recipient's choice
CHARLOTTE REGIONAL REALTOR ASSOC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Humanitarian Award Overview: Award honoring individuals, projects, or groups that make outstanding community contributions. Program History: Established in 2007; presented annually. Total impact:…

CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF PUEBLO FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Humanitarian Grants (Msgr. Delaney Humanitarian Fund) Funder: Catholic Diocese of Pueblo Foundation Geographic Scope: Diocese of Pueblo and surrounding communities (Colorado) Website:…

OPEN YOUR HEART TO THE HUNGRY AND · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Hunger and Homeless Grants Funder: Open Your Heart to the Hungry and Homeless Program Purpose: General grant program supporting Minnesota non-profits providing hunger relief and homeless services…

K. M. Hunter Charitable Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hunter Charitable Foundation Grant Programs Status: ACTIVE Funder: K. M. Hunter Charitable Foundation Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Summary The K. M. Hunter Charitable Foundation focuses on…

SOUTH DAKOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Huron Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Dakota Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: March 06, 2026 Summary The Huron Community Foundation is dedicated…

US $100,000 - US $800,000
Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

IDHS Homeless Youth Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services Amount: US $100,000 - US $800,000 Last Updated: May 13, 2025 Summary…

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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