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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Varies by award (recent examples: $5,000 - $20,000)
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Nonprofit Grant Program Funder: Community Foundation of Central Georgia Geographic Scope: Central Georgia (21 counties served) Focus Areas: Wide variety of nonprofit organizations working to address…

US $5,000 - US $100,000
HAMPTON ROADS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Norfolk Southern Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hampton Roads Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: July 12, 2025 Summary The Norfolk Southern Grant aims to support…

THE DALLAS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

North Texas Cares - Phase One (COVID-19 Response) Overview: A joint initiative of 15+ North Texas organizations including The Dallas Foundation created to provide emergency funding for nonprofits…

Varies by project (FY2026 awards ranged from $1,000 to $3,500)
Northeastern Vermont Regional Hosp Inc · October 17, 2026 · Annual Foundation

NVRH Community Health Fund Status: Active; FY2026 application period has closed Geographic Scope: NVRH primary service area (Caledonia and Southern Essex counties, Vermont) Background: Created in…

NW Childrens Foundation · June 30, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

NW Children's Foundation General Grant Program Mission: End the intergenerational cycle of child abuse, neglect, and trauma in Western Washington. Focus Areas: - Prevention, early intervention, and…

OReilly Automotive Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview How and Why Giving Back to Communities is Important to O’Reilly From O’Reilly Auto Parts’ inception, O’Reilly co-founder C.H. “Chub” O’Reilly instilled the culture of maintaining high…

OGE ENERGY CORP FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Applications are accepted year-round; however, funding decisions are made three times a year. Applications are evaluated three times per year during committee meetings._ Foundation…

COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION OF OKLAHOMA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Oklahoma Initiative Fund Grant Geographic Scope: Statewide - Rural communities with populations of 50,000 or fewer Award Amount: Grants of up to $15,000 Focus Areas: - Mental health (priority…

State of New Jersey Department of Community Affairs · Rolling / Open Foundation

Omnibus Eviction and Homelessness Prevention (OEHP) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of New Jersey Department of Community Affairs Last Updated: December 21, 2025 Summary The Omnibus Eviction and…

State of New Jersey Department of Community Affairs · Rolling / Open Foundation

Omnibus Eviction and Homelessness Prevention RFP Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of New Jersey Department of Community Affairs Last Updated: December 06, 2025 Summary The Omnibus Eviction and…

ORLANDO MAGIC YOUTH FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

OMYF Major Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Orlando Magic Youth Foundation Inc Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Orlando Magic Youth Foundation (OMYF) aims to empower at-risk children in Central…

Up to US $10,000
ORLANDO MAGIC YOUTH FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

OMYF Micro Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Orlando Magic Youth Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: December 31, 2025 Summary The OMYF Micro Grants program, initiated by the Orlando…

BLUE SKIES FOR CHILDREN · August 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

One-Time Little Wishes Organization: Blue Skies for Children Program Description A one-time award designed to support a specific wish or enrichment opportunity for a child. Each Little Wish request…

OPEN HEARTS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Open Hearts Foundation Grant Program Funder: Open Hearts Foundation (CA, US) Website: openheartsfoundation.org Contact: info@openheartsfoundation.org | (805) 852-1367 Address: 2637 Townsgate Road,…

Varies (multiple awards per year, ranging from $1,500 to $15,000+)
CLAY ELECTRIC FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Operation Round Up Grant Program Funder: Clay Electric Foundation Inc Program Description: The Clay Electric Foundation approves grants throughout the year from the Operation Round Up program. This…

CENTRAL GEORGIA EMC FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Operation Round Up Grants Funder: Central Georgia EMC Foundation Inc Overview: The Operation Round Up program provides grants to nonprofit organizations and community projects within the Central…

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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