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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Alameda County Emergency Food and Shelter Program United Way of the Bay Area · Foundation Not published · Varies The Emergency Food and Shelter Program was created by Congress in 1983 to help meet the needs of hungry and homeless people throughout the United States and its territories.	Not published	Varies
Wellbeing Fund Social Justice Partners Los Angeles · Foundation Not published · $570K – $1M A direct financial support fund providing cash stipends to Los Angeles homeless response sector workers to alleviate immediate financial needs and move toward living wage throughout the sector.	Not published	$570K – $1M
Education for Homeless Children and Youth Request for Applications 2025-2028 NH Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies The New Hampshire Department of Education, Bureau of Instructional Support is issuing a Request for Applications (RFA) for NH public and charter schools to receive McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act funds through the competitive…	Not published	Varies
FEMA EFSP Phase 41 Gulf Coast Partnership Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) was created by Congress in 1983 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…	Not published	Varies
MetroWest- Human Services Grant Program Community Foundation for MetroWest Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The MetroWest Human Services Grant Program, managed by the Foundation for MetroWest, aims to build strong families and communities by providing general operating grants to organizations serving underrepresented individuals.	Not published	Up to $20K
Arts in Social Service Grants New Mexico Arts · Foundation Not published · $10K The Arts in Social Service Grants from New Mexico Arts supports organizations focused on arts-based projects that tackle social issues affecting marginalized populations such as the incarcerated, homeless, and ill.	Not published	$10K
Teens for Tomorrow Grant Quad Cities Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies 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.	Not published	Varies
BBCF Grants Bluestone Bank Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Bluestone Bank Charitable Foundation supports local organizations through financial grants, prioritizing initiatives that aid low- and moderate-income households.	Not published	Up to $5K
WHEDA Housing Grant Program Wheda Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The WHEDA Housing Grant Program, established by the WHEDA Foundation in 1983, supports organizations improving housing for individuals with complex needs in Wisconsin.	Not published	Up to $50K
Edith P. C. Taylor Charitable Trust Grant Edith Pctaylor Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Edith P. C. Taylor Charitable Trust Grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that serve the homeless in Morristown and Dover, New Jersey.	Not published	Varies
Daytime Navigation Center RFP Grant City of Spokane · State Not published · $1.7M The City of Spokane seeks a qualified organization to operate a Daytime Navigation Center aimed at assisting individuals experiencing homelessness.	Not published	$1.7M
Community Grants Sandia Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sandia Foundation concentrates efforts on partnering with Albuquerque nonprofits that work with children in the community with regard to: Historical funding has supported organizations providing:	Not published	Varies
Hope+Door Emergency Rent Relief Grant Hope & Door · Foundation Rolling · Varies Emergency financial assistance for families facing eviction or homelessness due to a financial emergency.	Rolling	Varies
Sumter County Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) Mid Florida Homeless Coalition Inc · Foundation Not published · $37K – $37K	Not published	$37K – $37K
Kelly Foundation Grants Kelly Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _Deadlines are based on Focus Areas:_ _Food Insecurity January 15 ;_ _Conservation, Open Space, and Climate January 15 ;_ _Children & Youth Assistance, and Education April 15 ;_ _Affordable Housing & Homelessness July 15 ;_ _Health & Human…	Not published	Varies
Season to Share Grant Denver Post Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Season to Share Grant, presented by the Denver Post Community Foundation, supports nonprofit organizations committed to helping low-income children, youth, and families in the Denver area.	Not published	Varies
Indigo Hope Foundation Grant The Indigo Hope Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $100K The Indigo Hope Foundation offers grants to organizations in the Upstate of South Carolina, focusing on addiction, homelessness, at-risk youth, veterans, and first responders.	Not published	$250 – $100K
Financial Assistance Program (Rent & Utility Assistance) Our Spot KC · Foundation Rolling · Varies Our Spot KC has limited funding to assist Missouri residents who are unhoused or facing eviction with rent and/or utility payments.	Rolling	Varies
New York Shelter Acquisition and Predevelopment Fund (NYSAPF) Seachange Capital Partners Inc · Foundation Not published · $5M – $15M Provides short-term, below-market loans to nonprofit homeless shelter operators for acquisition and predevelopment of facilities.	Not published	$5M – $15M
Emergency Solutions Grant Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Emergency Solutions Grant, administered by the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs, aims to assist homeless individuals and victims of domestic abuse.	Not published	Up to $100K
Trinity Second Century Foundation Grant Trinity Second Century Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Trinity Second Century Foundation Grant aims to support underserved communities in Denver.	Not published	$10K
CoC Builds FR-6800-N-25A - Permanent Supportive Housing Development One Roof · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Self-Sufficiency Project Grant Structured Employment Economic Development Corporation · Foundation Not published · $170K This innovative year-long pilot project supports homeless families as they transition from shelters into their own homes.	Not published	$170K
Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) United Way of South Hampton Roads · Foundation Not published · Varies The Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) is a federal grant created to supplement and expand the work of local social service agencies to help people with economic emergencies.	Not published	Varies

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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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