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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US $670,000 - US $2,010,000
CA Commission for Behavioral Health (CBH) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Transition Age Youth Advocacy Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: CA Commission for Behavioral Health (CBH) Amount: US $670,000 - US $2,010,000 Last Updated: December 11, 2025 Summary The Transition Age…

Trinity Second Century Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Trinity Second Century Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Trinity Second Century Foundation Amount: Approximately US $10,000 Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Trinity Second Century…

Trinity Second Century Foundation · March 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Trinity Second Century Foundation Grants Funder: Trinity Second Century Foundation Mission: Since 1984, the mission of Trinity Second Century Foundation is to minister to underserved people in…

King County Department of Community and Human Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

Trueblood Short-term Housing RFP Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: King County Department of Community and Human Services Amount: Up to US $17,800,000 Last Updated: April 18, 2025 Summary The King County…

US $5,000 - US $30,000
CH ROBINSON WORLDWIDE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Twin Cities Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: C H Robinson Worldwide Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The C.H. Robinson Foundation's Twin Cities…

Utah Community Credit Union · Rolling / Open Foundation

UCCU Donation & Sponsorship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Utah Community Credit Union Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The UCCU Donation & Sponsorship Program supports local causes that…

Varies by organization
UNITED WAY OF TOMPKINS COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open · Biennial Foundation

United Tompkins Impact Fund (UTIF) Overview: UTIF grants are awarded on a 2-year cycle to agencies and organizations that address identified priorities to meet community needs. Key Details: - Cycle…

UNITED WAY OF THE BLUEGRASS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: The Fund will support two separate Grants: the Single-County (or “Local”) Basic Needs Grant and the Multi-County (or “Regional”) Basic Needs Grant._ * _Here is the [Basic Needs…

CAMBRIDGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Urgent Needs Fund Funder: Cambridge Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Cambridge, MA Overview: Emergency grantmaking program designed to address urgent community needs. The foundation distributed…

United Way of Central and Southern Utah · August 3, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Utah County Emergency Food and Shelter Program Funder: United Way of Central and Southern Utah Geographic Scope: Utah County (Mountainland area) Funding Amount: $137,196 in federal government funds…

UNITED WAY OF NORTH CENTRAL · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

UWNCO Community Relief Fund Overview: United Way of North Central Ohio established the Community Relief Fund to support local social services in response to the COVID-19 crisis and its consequences.…

Approximately US $10,000
VENABLE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Venable Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Venable Foundation Inc Amount: Approximately US $10,000 Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The Venable Foundation, a corporate funder, provides…

VENICE YACHT CLUB CHARITABLE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Venice Yacht Club Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: VENICE YACHT CLUB CHARITABLE FOUNDATION INC Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Venice Yacht…

VIP FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

VIP Foundation Grant Request Funder: VIP Foundation Inc (AZ, US) Website: vfheart.org Contact: Phil Shumway, VIP Foundation Director Phone: 602-430-4905 Email: phils@vipmtginc.com Address: 9221 E.…

Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development · Rolling / Open Foundation

Virginia Homeless Solutions Program (VHSP) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development Amount: More than US $25,000 Last Updated: September 25, 2025 Summary…

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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