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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Gary E. Milgard Family Foundations Grants Gary E Milgard Family Foundation- · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: There is no deadline for submitting a LOI. Our foundations board reviews the LOI’s on an ongoing basis, but we ask that you allow 12-16 weeks for a response.	Not published	Varies
Community Revitalization Grant Program Southeast Economic Development · Foundation Not published · $250K	Not published	$250K
Emergency Food & Shelter Program United Way of Matanuska-Susitna · Foundation Not published · $88K – $500M Federal funding from the Department of Homeland Security distributed through a Local Board to address hunger and homelessness.	Not published	$88K – $500M
HAIF Housing Assistance for Individuals and Families Grant Illinois Department of Human Services · Foundation Not published · $67K The HAIF Housing Assistance for Individuals and Families program, operated by Leyden Family Services, aims to expand crisis support services in response to increased housing instability exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.	Not published	$67K
End Student Housing Insecurity (ESHI) Grants Illinois Board of Higher Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The End Student Housing Insecurity (ESHI) Grants aim to assist Illinois institutions in implementing the Higher Education Housing and Opportunities Act.	Not published	Up to $200K
African American Unity Fund Grant Omaha Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The African American Unity Fund Grant, managed by the Omaha Community Foundation, supports initiatives that benefit the African American community in Omaha.	Not published	Up to $30K
Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) United Way of Acadiana Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Emergency Food and Shelter Program was created by Congress to help meet the needs of hungry and homeless people throughout the United States and its territories by allocating federal funds for the provision of food and shelter.	Not published	Varies
St. Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation Community Support Grants St Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K St. Mary's Bank Charitable Foundation Community Support Grants aim to enhance community welfare by providing financial support to nonprofit organizations.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Kiwanis Turn Around Scholarship (TAS) Program Lincoln Kiwanis Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides personal recognition and scholarships to graduating at-risk high school seniors for continuing education, which may be college, vocational, or trade school.	Not published	Varies
Steve Sullivan Professional Development Funding Grant Mibor Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Steve Sullivan Professional Development Funding Grant, offered by the REALTOR® Foundation, aims to enhance the capabilities of 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations in central Indiana.	Not published	Varies
Denver Post Season To Share Denver Post Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A major annual grant program that awards funding to nonprofit agencies serving the metro Denver area. The program features both standard grants and signature grants.	Not published	Varies
Shelter Operations Support (SOS) Grant Program Missouri Housing Development Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Shelter Operations Support (SOS) Grant Program aims to enhance emergency shelter operations in Missouri, prioritizing assistance to programs that serve veterans.	Not published	Up to $500K
HEART Development Funding for Affordable Housing/Behavioral Health Facilities RFP Grant City of Spokane · State Not published · Up to $1.4M The CHHS Board is meant to provide opportunities that enhance the quality of life for Spokane's extremely low to moderate income populations.	Not published	Up to $1.4M
Impact100 Nashville: Transformation and Innovation Category Grant Impact100 Nashville · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K Impact100 Nashville's Transformation and Innovation Grant supports nonprofits that drive social change in Middle Tennessee.	Not published	Up to $100K
Human Services Bus Ticket Program RFP Grant King County Department of Community and Human Services · State Not published · Up to $444K The Human Services Bus Ticket Program RFP, administered by King County DCHS and Metro, offers discounted bus tickets to support low-income and homeless individuals.	Not published	Up to $444K
Johns Hopkins University Innovation Fund for Community Safety Grants - Stable Homes, Safe Communities Project Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland Inc · Foundation Not published · $220K The "Stable Homes, Safe Communities" project aims to assist disinvested and marginalized community members secure safe and affordable housing, thereby preserving intergenerational resources, preventing homelessness, and stabilizing…	Not published	$220K
Lost Tree Village Grants Lost Tree Village Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $100K The Lost Tree Village Charitable Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for underserved residents in Palm Beach and southern Martin Counties.	Not published	$5K – $100K
Indianapolis Emergency Solutions Grant City of Indianapolis: Department of Metropolitan Development (DMD) · State Not published · Varies The Indianapolis Emergency Solutions Grant provides vital assistance to the community by funding emergency shelter, rapid re-housing, street outreach, and homelessness prevention services.	Not published	Varies
FY2026 HUD CoC Program Competition - Call for Letters of Intent (Bakersfield/Kern CA-604) Bakersfield Kern Regional Homeless Collaborative · Foundation Not published · Varies As the Continuum of Care (CoC) lead for Bakersfield/Kern County (CA-604), the Collaborative issued (posted July 2026) a Notice of Funding Opportunity / Call for Letters of Intent for the FY2026 HUD CoC Program Competition and Youth…	Not published	Varies
PCHF: Annual Grant Cycle Phoenixville Community Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website._	Not published	Varies
CFNJ: The Passaic County Children’s Support Grant Community Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The Passaic County Children’s Support Grant, offered by the Community Foundation of New Jersey, aims to support nonprofit organizations dedicated to helping abused or homeless children in Passaic County.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Hope Through Learning Award Homeless Children's Education Fund · Foundation Not published · $3K A financial award available to young people who have persevered against homelessness and are applying to post-secondary education programs.	Not published	$3K
Central Minnesota "Difference Maker" Grants Communitygiving · Foundation Not published · $10K – $30K The Central Minnesota "Difference Maker" Grants support services that help individuals and families in the region maintain stable housing.	Not published	$10K – $30K
Joseph Kennard Skilling Trust Grant Skilling Joseph Kennard TD · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Joseph Kennard Skilling Trust Grant supports social welfare agencies in Philadelphia, enhancing community welfare through targeted programs.	Not published	$1K – $10K

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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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