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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Health First Wellness Grants Health First Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $360K Community-based health improvement grants awarded by the Health First Foundation to address health disparities and wellness needs in Brevard County.	Not published	$360K
LGBTQIA+ Equality Fund Grant Omaha Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K – $20K The LGBTQIA+ Equality Fund Grant supports initiatives that foster inclusion, respect, and understanding for LGBTQIA+ individuals in the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro area.	Not published	$15K – $20K
Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program: Formula Component NOFA Grant California Department of Housing and Community Development · Foundation Not published · Varies The California Department of Housing and Community Development has launched the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program: Formula Component NOFA, providing ongoing funding to local governments for housing and homelessness initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Emergency Assistance Stoughton Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The foundation provides emergency assistance to individuals and families in crisis situations within the community. This program provides a safety net for those facing urgent needs.	Not published	Varies
Community Event Sponsorships United Way of Cass-Clay · Foundation Rolling · Varies Support events that align with United Way's Bold Goals	Rolling	Varies
Rapid Resolution Intervention (REI) Coalition for the Homeless of Houston Harris County · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Coalition for the Homeless of Houston/Harris County (CFTH), lead agency for The Way Home Continuum of Care (TX-700), is seeking proposals from qualified organizations to implement a Rapid Resolution intervention within the regional…	Not published	Up to $150K
Hunter Charitable Foundation Grant Programs K. M. Hunter Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The K. M. Hunter Charitable Foundation focuses on impactful giving in Ontario, supporting social services, the arts, and environmental protection.	Not published	Varies
Lend-A-Hand Grants The Adirondack Trust Company Community Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Tribal Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (Tribal HHAP) Grants Program California Department of Housing and Community Development · Foundation Not published · Varies The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) is pleased to announce the availability of approximately $28.5 million in Tribal Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (Tribal HHAP) grant funding.	Not published	Varies
Apple Health and Homes Project Based Rental Assistance (PBRA) Units Commerce Open Grants/Loans/RFPs · State Not published · Varies Grant funding is available to Eligible Multi-Family Housing Projects in the King and North Central Behavioral Health Regions for the purpose of establishing project-based permanent supportive housing units dedicated for eligible AHAH…	Not published	Varies
Challenge Grant (Mid Florida Homeless Coalition) Mid Florida Homeless Coalition Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Emergency Food & Shelter Program (EFSP) Hawaii Island United Way Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Emergency Food and Shelter Program began in 1983 with a $50 million federal appropriation.	Not published	Varies
Janis Chapman Merrill Foundation Grant Janis Chapman Merrill Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Janis Chapman Merrill Foundation Grant aims to support 501(c)(3) organizations dedicated to enhancing the health, education, and welfare of children and families, as well as the homeless in Arizona.	Not published	Varies
Sandia Foundation Grants Albuquerque Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Sandia Foundation Grants program, administered by Albuquerque Community Foundation, supports Albuquerque nonprofits dedicated to children's well-being.	Not published	Up to $15K
Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP) Alliance to End Homelessness in Suburban Cook County · Foundation Not published · $6.1M	Not published	$6.1M
Yale Appliance Foundation Grant Yale Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Yale Appliance Foundation Grant supports 501c3 nonprofits focused on aiding veterans, the elderly, minors, and the homeless in the Boston area.	Not published	Up to $10K
Encampment Resolution Funding Program, Round 3, Rolling Application (ERF-3-R) Grant CA Business, Consumer Services, and Housing Agency · Foundation Not published · Varies The Encampment Resolution Funding Program (ERF-3-R) offers $298 million for proposals addressing unsheltered homelessness in California. Applications are open until June 30, 2024, or until funds are exhausted.	Not published	Varies
ECF of The Boeing Company- California: High Desert Chapter Grant Program Employees Community Fund of the Boeing Company · Foundation Not published · Varies The Employees Community Fund (ECF) of The Boeing Company empowers employees to support local communities through charitable contributions.	Not published	Varies
IDHS Homeless Youth Grant Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services · Foundation Not published · $100K – $800K The IDHS Homeless Youth program provides essential services for youth aged 14-23 facing homelessness, including emergency shelter, case management, and transitional living support.	Not published	$100K – $800K
HOKC: Good Works Program: Large Grants Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The HOKC Good Works Program provides over $2.5 million annually in grants to Kentucky nonprofits, aiding over 3.9 million individuals.	Not published	$10K
Family Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Rehousing Grant (Kansas Housing Resources Corporation) United Way of the Plains Inc · Foundation Not published · $1.1M – $2.2M	Not published	$1.1M – $2.2M
Rapoport Family Foundation Grant The Rapoport Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE FROM FUNDER: The website is currently under repairs._ The Rapoport Family Foundation (RFF) funds non-profit organizations serving the community in areas of social services, homeless care, transitional housing, and job outreach.	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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