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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United Way of Cass-Clay · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Community Event Sponsorships Funder: United Way of Cass-Clay (ND, US) Geographic Scope: Cass and Clay Counties Funding Type: Rolling basis sponsorships for local nonprofit organizations and public…

US $1,000 - US $15,000
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE GREATER · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Foundation Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Amount: US $1,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: January 09, 2026 Summary The Community…

AKRON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Fund Grant: Health & Human Services Status: ACTIVE Funder: Akron Community Foundation Last Updated: August 14, 2025 Summary The Akron Community Foundation's Health & Human Services Grant…

SIOUX FALLS AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

Community Fund Grants Funder: Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Sioux Falls area and surrounding regions (South Dakota) Program Overview: The Community Fund provides grants to…

$10,000 - $15,000
THE SUMMIT LEAGUE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Giving Fund Funder: The Summit League (CA, US) Overview: The Summit League Community Giving Fund provides grants to support community organizations in the Silicon Valley and San Jose areas.…

COLUMBUS REALTORS FOUNDATION · May 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Grants Funder: Columbus REALTORS® Foundation Geographic Scope: Central Ohio Mission: To support real estate related programs & qualified entities whose goals are to improve the overall real…

VILLAGE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH ENDOWMENT · April 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Grants Funder: Village Presbyterian Church Endowment (Kansas City, KS) Overview: Each year, Village allocates funds to nonprofits that care for and protect the vulnerable in Kansas City.…

NEW HAMPSHIRE WOMEN'S · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Grants Funder: New Hampshire Women's Foundation Geographic Scope: New Hampshire (statewide and regional) Focus Areas: - Support for organizations serving women and girls in New Hampshire -…

SANDIA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Grants Funder: Sandia Foundation Geographic Scope: Albuquerque, New Mexico Background: Since its inception in 1948, the Sandia Foundation has granted more than $49 million to Dickinson…

SANTA BARBARA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Grants - Shelter & Safety Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Santa Barbara Foundation Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: November 22, 2025 Summary The Santa Barbara Foundation offers…

HAMPTON ROADS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Grants for Economic Stability Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hampton Roads Community Foundation Last Updated: January 29, 2025 Summary The Community Grants for Economic Stability aim to foster…

Varies (up to $5,000+ based on funding availability)
CHARLOTTE REGIONAL REALTOR ASSOC · September 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Grants Program Overview: Provides financial program support to area nonprofit organizations that address unmet housing needs. Geographic Scope: Mecklenburg, Iredell, and Haywood counties,…

$4,000 - $5,000
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF HOWARD · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Grants Program Funder: Community Foundation of Howard County (CFHC) Geographic Scope: Howard County, Maryland Focus Areas: Aligned with CFHC's 12 pillars of community well-being, including…

COMMUNITY WEST FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Community Impact Fund Funder: Community West Foundation Geographic Scope: Cleveland, Western Cuyahoga County, and Lorain County, Ohio Overview: The Community Impact Fund unites donors to tackle…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MORGAN COUNTY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grant Funder: Community Foundation of Morgan County (CFMC) Geographic Scope: Morgan County, Indiana Focus Areas: - Youth programs and education - Generational poverty alleviation -…

THE DUPAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Impact Grant: Health and Human Services Status: ACTIVE Funder: DuPage Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: January 27, 2026 Summary The DuPage Foundation's Community Impact…

COAST CENTRAL CREDIT UNION · August 31, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Community Investment Program Overview: Coast Central Credit Union's Community Investment Program provides grants to support local nonprofit organizations throughout Humboldt, Del Norte, and Trinity…

Varies (example award: $250,000)
SOUTHEAST ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Revitalization Grant Program Funder: Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED) Funding Source: American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Program Focus: Investing in communities of all sizes…

Up to $2,500 for first-time applicants; varying amounts for returning applicants
SECOND CHANCE SHOP · July 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Support Awards Status: Active annual grant program Geographic Scope: Summerville and Tri-County area, South Carolina Mission Alignment: Second Chance Thrift Shop reinvests proceeds from…

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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