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
State/ Foundation
Updated daily
Up to US $25,000
THE CALLISON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Callison Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Callison Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Callison Foundation Grant supports small organizations in…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE FOX VALLEY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Capital Credit Union Charitable Giving Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Capital Credit Union Charitable…

SANDERS CAROLINE J S TD NO 2 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Caroline J. S. Sanders Trust 2 Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Caroline J.S. Sanders Trust 2 Amount: US $3,000 - US $7,000 Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The Caroline J. S. Sanders Trust 2 Grant…

THE CATHOLIC COMMUNITY FUND OF · April 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Catholic Health Foundation of Greater Boston, Inc. Grants Funder: Catholic Health Foundation of Greater Boston, Inc. (CHF), overseen by the Catholic Community Fund Geographic Scope: Archdiocese of…

Up to $500 per grant
CHICAGO COALITION TO END HOMELESSNESS · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

CCH Mutual Aid Fund Funder: Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness Status: Launched May 2020 (emergency/pandemic response fund) Geographic Scope: Illinois Award Amount: Up to $500 per grant Purpose:…

No Limit - $100,000.00
Economic Development Authority · Rolling / Open State

CDBG Public Services Details - Category: Community Development,Economic Development,Homeless,Housing - Award Range: No Limit - $100,000.00 - Project Dates: 03/18/2026 - 05/22/2029 - Award…

COMMUNITYGIVING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Central Minnesota "Difference Maker" Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: CommunityGiving Amount: US $10,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: February 18, 2026 Summary The Central Minnesota "Difference Maker"…

BUILDING CHANGES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Centralized Diversion Fund (CDF) Status: Active, system-wide resource in development (King County) Geographic Scope: King County Overview: A system-wide resource developed with Africatown…

Up to US $10,000
Community Foundation Of Greater Muscatine · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFGM: Impact Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of Greater Muscatine Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: May 08, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine offers…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NEW JERSEY · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFNJ: The Passaic County Children’s Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of New Jersey Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The Passaic County…

Community Foundation of South Lake County Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFSLC Community Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of South Lake County Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: April 26, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation of South Lake…

MID FLORIDA HOMELESS COALITION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Challenge Grant Request for Proposals (RFP) Funder: Mid Florida Homeless Coalition (DCF/Department of Children and Families funds passed through) Geographic Scope: Citrus, Hernando, Lake, and Sumter…

Alvah H & Wyline P Chapman Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chapman Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alvah H And Wyline P Chapman Foundation Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary The Alvah H. and Wyline P. Chapman Foundation offers grants to support…

City of Bellingham · Rolling / Open Foundation

City of Bellingham Emergency Repairs Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Bellingham Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: October 16, 2025 Summary The City of Bellingham Emergency Repairs Grant…

City of Orlando - Office of Community Affairs · Rolling / Open Foundation

City of Orlando: Community Investment Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Orlando - Office of Community Affairs Last Updated: February 28, 2026 Summary The City of Orlando's Community…

Over $1 million - $5.8 million (varies by funding cycle)
UNITED WAY OF SOUTHERN NEVADA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Clark County Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) Overview: Federal funding program administered by United Way of Southern Nevada and the Local Board of the Clark County Emergency Food and…

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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