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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US $10,000 - US $50,000
FAIRFIELD COUNTY'S COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Strategic Grants: Housing Fund Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fairfield County's Community Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: August 20, 2025 Summary The Strategic Grants: Housing Fund,…

Up to US $40,000
PHILANTHROPY MASSACHUSETTS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Summer Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: January 09, 2026 Summary The Summer Fund Grant, established in 1971 by Philanthropy…

HILLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATIONS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Summer Lea Hillman Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hillman Family Foundations Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Summer Lea Hillman Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing the quality of…

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

Sumter County Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) Funder: U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) / Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) - Emergency Food and Shelter National Board…

SUNSTATE EQUIPMENT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sunstate Equipment Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sunstate Equipment Foundation Last Updated: September 22, 2025 Summary The Sunstate Equipment Foundation Grants support local charities…

THE SUNWEST BANK CHARITABLE FOUNDATION I · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sunwest Bank Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sunwest Bank Charitable Foundation Last Updated: March 12, 2026 Summary The Sunwest Bank Charitable Foundation Grant aims to foster a…

BREVARD SCHOOLS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Supply Zone for Teachers Funder: Brevard Schools Foundation Geographic Scope: Brevard Public Schools, Brevard County, Florida Program Description: A resource center and distribution program providing…

$2,500,000 (distributed as stipends of $500-$1,500 per worker)
SOCIAL JUSTICE PARTNERS LOS ANGELES · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Supporting Frontline Workers Fund Overview: A direct financial support initiative providing cash stipends to LA's homeless sector frontline workers to address burnout, fatigue, anxiety, and turnover…

WABASH VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Supporting Grants: Clay County Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wabash Valley Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: June 26, 2025 Summary The Wabash Valley Community Foundation is…

WABASH VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Supporting Grants: Vigo County Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wabash Valley Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: September 24, 2025 Summary The Wabash Valley Community Foundation is…

Destination Home SV co Silicon Valley Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Supportive Employment Assistance Fund Overview: A funding program offered by Destination: Home (mentioned in navigation/menu structure). Geographic Scope: Silicon Valley / Santa Clara County,…

Destination Home SV co Silicon Valley Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Supportive Housing & Innovation Fund Overview: A major grantmaking vehicle for Destination: Home's strategic investments in addressing homelessness in Silicon Valley. Funding Source: Seeded by a $50…

NATIONAL ALLIANCE TO END HOMELESSNESS · December 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Susan G. Baker and Elizabeth Boyle Innovation Fund Funder: National Alliance to End Homelessness Status: Active funding opportunity Geographic Scope: United States Background: Established in honor of…

Silicon Valley Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: The application process is currently closed._ Emergency and Disaster Relief Fund This 10-county fund provides flexible resources and focuses on community relief and recovery needs for…

COMMUNITY ACTION STOPS ABUSE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

TD Charitable Foundation Housing for Everyone Grant Funder: TD Charitable Foundation (charitable giving arm of TD Bank) Status: CASA received grant in 2024; Program is ongoing annual competition…

QUAD CITIES COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Purpose Teens for Tomorrow (T4T) is a youth philanthropy group made up of high school students from Rock Island County in Illinois and Scott County in Iowa. These young leaders become…

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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