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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EMERGENCY SERVICES and PUBLIC SAFETY – Extreme Cold Weather Shelter Program Vermont Agency of Human Services · State Not published · Varies Funds community organizations, faith groups, and regional providers to open emergency overnight shelter when wind chill is forecast at or below the shelter’s approved threshold for unhoused neighbors with nowhere else safe to go.	Not published	Varies
Henry Lea Hillman, Jr. Foundation Grant Hillman Family Foundations · Foundation Not published · Varies The Henry Lea Hillman Jr. Foundation Grant aims to elevate the quality of life in the Portland region by supporting innovative initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Texas Education for Homeless Children and Youth (TEHCY) Resource Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $600K The Texas Education for Homeless Children and Youth (TEHCY) Resource Grant, administered by the Texas Education Agency, aims to enhance educational outcomes for homeless students in Texas.	Not published	$600K
Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) Heart of Kentucky United Way Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Federal program established in 1983 by Congress to supplement local efforts providing emergency shelter and food to people in need.	Not published	Varies
Supporting Grants: Clay County Wabash Valley Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Wabash Valley Community Foundation is launching the Supporting Grants initiative aimed at enhancing community well-being in Clay, Sullivan, and Vigo counties.	Not published	Up to $10K
Edina Realty Grant Edina Realty Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Edina Realty Foundation, established in 1996, is dedicated to improving the lives of homeless individuals and families in Minnesota and western Wisconsin.	Not published	Varies
New Jersey Healthy Homes Initiative Grants State of New Jersey Department of Community Affairs · State Not published · Varies The New Jersey Healthy Homes Initiative Grants aim to support New Jersey FamilyCare Members at risk of homelessness or institutionalization.	Not published	Varies
Ending Childhood Poverty Initiative Northwest CT Community Foundation Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Community Foundation Impact Grants The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $15K The Community Foundation Impact Grants support projects that address pressing community needs in the Capital Region of New York.	Not published	$1K – $15K
Emerging Leaders United Microgrant Fund Heart of West Michigan United Way · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K A grassroots philanthropy initiative administered by Heart of West Michigan United Way's Emerging Leaders United (ELU) group that supports small, local nonprofits making a difference in West Michigan communities.	Not published	$2K – $5K
Emergency Food & Shelter Program (EFSP) Grant United Way of Cumberland County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies "To supplement and expand ongoing efforts to provide shelter, food and supportive services" by local social service organizations for people across the Nation who are hungry, homeless, and in economic crisis.	Not published	Varies
Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Affordable Housing Management Association - Northern CA and HI · Foundation Not published · Varies Federal emergency solutions program administered through state and local continuums of care.	Not published	Varies
ADF: Derrick Hall President’s Circle Grants Arizona Diamondbacks Foundationinc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Derrick Hall President’s Circle Grants, initiated by the Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation, aim to address critical social issues in Arizona such as homelessness, hunger, and healthcare access.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Hulston Family Foundation Grant The Hulston Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Hulston Family Foundation Grant supports initiatives aimed at enhancing health, education, and welfare for children and families, while addressing hunger and homelessness.	Not published	Up to $25K
Homelessness Solutions Program (HSP) Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development · State Not published · Varies The Homelessness Solutions Program (HSP) serves as a statewide response to address the issue of homelessness in Maryland, providing technical support and funding to Continuums of Care (CoCs) and Local Homeless Coalitions (LHCs), which…	Not published	Varies
Improving Veteran Mental Health Grant The Cigna Group Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K – $150K The Cigna Foundation is dedicated to enhancing veteran mental health through strategic partnerships with nonprofit organizations.	Not published	$100K – $150K
The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation: Program Grants - Housing The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg · Foundation Not published · Varies The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation The Weinberg Foundation fulfills its mission of meeting the basic needs of people experiencing poverty by providing grants across five focus areas that serve a range of populations, primarily…	Not published	Varies
Emergency Food and Shelter Program United Way of Ventura County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Funding available to help expand the capacity of food and shelter programs in high-need areas throughout Ventura County	Not published	Varies
New York State HOME American Rescue Plan Program (NYS HOME-ARP) - Rental Housing, Non-Congregate-Shelter & NonProfit Capacity Building (NY) Grant New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) · Foundation Not published · $50K – $20M The New York State HOME American Rescue Plan Program (NYS HOME-ARP) provides approximately $53.83 million for rental housing and non-congregate shelters.	Not published	$50K – $20M
Illinois Court-Based Rental Assistance Program (CBRAP) Rock Island Economic Growth Corporation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Illinois Court-Based Rental Assistance Program provides emergency funding to Illinois tenants and landlords across the state who have pending eviction cases in court.	Not published	Up to $25K
Hathaway Family Foundation Grant Hathaway Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hathaway Family Foundation Grant aims to enhance the lives of individuals in need within Greenville, South Carolina.	Not published	Varies
Learn24 OST Scholarship Program Greater Washington Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The Learn24 OST (Out-of-School-Time) Youth Scholarship Program provides funding to help students and their families—especially those with specific needs—access quality out-of-school-time programs for summer or during the school year.	Not published	$3K – $5K
Homelessness Trust Fund Grant Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Homelessness Trust Fund Grant, established in 1988 by the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation, aims to support homeless individuals and those at risk of homelessness in Kansas City and Jackson County, Missouri.	Not published	$10K
Community Benefit Partnerships North Central Health Services Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies NCHS initiates Community Benefit Partnerships to directly address critical community health needs identified by the Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA).	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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