Grants for Homeless

Last updated October 23, 2026

Grantable tracks 623 active grants for homeless in its free grants database, drawn from state and 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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Omnibus Eviction and Homelessness Prevention RFP Grant State of New Jersey Department of Community Affairs · State Not published · Varies The Omnibus Eviction and Homelessness Prevention RFP aims to provide essential support services, including legal assistance and case management, to low-income tenants at risk of eviction in New Jersey.	Not published	Varies
Fairwinds Foundation Grants Fairwinds Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The FAIRWINDS Foundation Grants support Central Florida's economically vulnerable populations, including homeless youth and veterans, by providing philanthropic grants aimed at enhancing financial literacy.	Not published	Varies
Associated Bank Community Action Grant Program Wisconsin Community Action Program Association Incorporated · Foundation Not published · $119K	Not published	$119K
Humanitarian Award Charlotte Regional Realtor Assoc Housing Opportunity Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Award honoring individuals, projects, or groups that make outstanding community contributions.	Not published	Up to $5K
Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program: Competitive Component NOFA Grant California Department of Housing and Community Development · Foundation Not published · $500K – $5M The Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program provides funding for the development and substantial rehabilitation of multifamily rental housing in California, targeting households earning 60% or less of the Area Median Income.	Not published	$500K – $5M
Continuum of Care (CoC) Program One Roof · Foundation Not published · $10M Eligibility Requirements - To be considered for HUD funding, an agency must:	Not published	$10M
Sunwest Bank Charitable Foundation Grant The Sunwest Bank Charitable Foundation I · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sunwest Bank Charitable Foundation Grant aims to foster a philanthropic corporate culture by supporting local nonprofit organizations focused on the welfare of vulnerable children and families.	Not published	Varies
Domanica Foundation Grant The Domanica Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Domanica Foundation Grant provides funding to IRS-qualified charitable 501(c)(3) organizations in San Diego and Denver.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Chapman Foundation Grant Alvah H & Wyline P Chapman Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Alvah H. and Wyline P. Chapman Foundation offers grants to support charitable, educational, and community-focused initiatives, primarily in Florida and Georgia. Eligible applicants must be IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) organizations.	Not published	Varies
Health First Wellness Grants Cape Canaveral Hospital Inc · Foundation Not published · $360K Health First awards grants to local nonprofit organizations addressing health disparities and wellness needs in Brevard County.	Not published	$360K
Barbara McDowell and Gerald S. Hartman Foundation Grant The Barbara McDowell and Gerald S Hartman Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Barbara McDowell and Gerald S. Hartman Foundation Grant supports social justice litigation in the U.S. by providing funding to organizations involved in systemic legal cases.	Not published	Varies
Urgent Needs Fund Cambridge Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Emergency grantmaking program designed to address urgent community needs. The foundation distributed $45,000 in grants to nine shelters helping the housing insecure in Cambridge in January 2021.	Not published	Varies
Homeless Education Technical Assistance Center (HETAC) Grant California Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $1.5M California will provide a world-class education for all students, from early childhood to adulthood. The Department of Education serves our state by innovating and collaborating with educators, schools, parents, and community partners.	Not published	Up to $1.5M
Greater Bay Area Central Coast Wildfire Relief Fund United Way of the Bay Area · Foundation Not published · Varies Four United Way organizations joined forces to create this fund in response to wildfires spreading throughout the Bay Area and Central Coast in August 2020. The fund assists residents and community agencies affected by the wildfires.	Not published	Varies
SCC Texas Grant Program Speedway Children's Charities · Foundation Not published · Varies Speedway Children's Charities provides critical support to children in need, focusing on those in Collin, Dallas, Denton, and Tarrant counties.	Not published	Varies
Cultural Humility Training Grant District of Columbia Mayor’s Office on Volunteerism & Partnerships (Serve DC) · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Cultural Humility Training Grant, offered by the District of Columbia Mayor’s Office on Volunteerism & Partnerships, aims to empower community-based organizations (CBOs) to enhance cultural competency and provide affirming spaces for…	Not published	Up to $50K
State Budget Community Needs RFP United Way of Wayne County Inc · Foundation Not published · From $50B The UWWC Board of Directors identified three areas of support based on 2023 needs assessment:	Not published	From $50B
Housing First Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) Grant Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services · Foundation Not published · $278K – $634K The Housing First Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) initiative by the Illinois Department of Human Services aims to enhance access to housing for individuals facing serious mental health challenges.	Not published	$278K – $634K
CSRA COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund The Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies A partnership between United Way of the CSRA and the Community Foundation for the CSRA created to provide swift and needed resources to nonprofit organizations on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic serving the community's most…	Rolling	Varies
HCWGMW Donor Advised Fund Grant North Carolina Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The HCWGMW Donor Advised Fund Grant supports initiatives aimed at breaking the cycle of poverty and homelessness among youth in Pasquotank and Perquimans counties.	Not published	Varies
Health First Wellness Grants Holmes Regional Medical Center Inc · Foundation Not published · $360K Health First awards competitive wellness grants to community-based nonprofits focused on improving wellness and addressing health disparities in Brevard County.	Not published	$360K
Lee County Southwest Florida Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Lee County Florida · Foundation Not published · $75K The Lee County Southwest Florida Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) provides funding for nonprofit capital improvement projects aimed at enhancing public facilities.	Not published	$75K
Homeless Student Stability Program (HSSP) Building Changes · Foundation Not published · Varies Launched in 2016, the Homeless Student Stability Program provides housing support for homeless students and families, including unaccompanied youth.	Not published	Varies
Rocky Mountain Health Foundation: Basic Needs Fund Grant Rocky Mountain Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $35K The Rocky Mountain Health Foundation's Basic Needs Fund provides vital support for organizations addressing essential services like food, temporary housing, transportation, and safety.	Not published	$10K – $35K

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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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