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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BLUE SKIES FOR CHILDREN · May 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Driver's Education Scholarship Organization: Blue Skies for Children Purpose: To provide an opportunity for students to participate in a professionally licensed Driver's Education Program that may…

DUNELAND HEALTH COUNCIL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Duneland Health Council Grant Since its inception in 1997 through today, Duneland Health Council has provided almost $7,000,000 in grant allocations to Greater Michigan City Area non-profit…

EAST MISSOURI FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

East Missouri Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Missouri Foundation Last Updated: April 17, 2025 Summary The East Missouri Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) organizations focused on…

Episcopal Community Foundation for Middle and North Georgia · Rolling / Open Foundation

ECF Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Episcopal Community Foundation for Middle and North Georgia Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The ECF Grant Program supports the Episcopal Diocese of…

EDINA REALTY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Edina Realty Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Edina Realty Foundation Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The Edina Realty Foundation, established in 1996, is dedicated to improving the lives of…

EDITH PCTAYLOR CHARITABLE TRUST XXXXX7009 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Edith P. C. Taylor Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Edith P. C. Taylor Charitable Trust Last Updated: June 19, 2025 Summary The Edith P. C. Taylor Charitable Trust Grant provides funding…

State of Nevada Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Education for Homeless Children and Youth Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of Nevada Department of Education Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary The Education for Homeless Children and Youth…

OPEN YOUR HEART TO THE HUNGRY AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Education Grants / Student Scholarship Funder: Open Your Heart to the Hungry and Homeless Program Purpose: Provides emergency funding and scholarships to support educational attainment and success…

ALLIANCE OF COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE MINISTRIES INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

EFSP Phase 37 Funder: Alliance of Community Assistance Ministries Status: This is a historical announcement from 2019. The deadline has long passed (December 11, 2019). Geographic Scope: Houston area…

STOUGHTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stoughton Area Community Foundation Emergency Assistance Funder: Stoughton Area Community Foundation Inc (SACF) Geographic Scope: Stoughton, Wisconsin area Status: Active program Program Overview The…

Vancouver Foundation · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF) Status: Past emergency program (COVID-19 response, 2020) Award Amount: Up to $50,000 per grant Geographic Scope: City of Vancouver Focus Areas: - Support for…

$182,000 (federal allocation for Deschutes County; $107,000+ from CARES Act)
UNITED WAY OF DESCHUTES COUNTY · May 18, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Emergency Food & Shelter Grants (EFSP) Funder: United Way of Central Oregon (administering federal funds) Funding Source: - Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Federal Emergency Management Agency…

$500 minimum per award; $88,152 total available (historical)
UNITED WAY OF MATANUSKA-SUSITNA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Emergency Food & Shelter Program Funder: United Way of Matanuska-Susitna (UWMS) Geographic Scope: Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska only Status: Historical program (last documented award cycle:…

United Way of Pueblo County · Rolling / Open Foundation

Emergency Food & Shelter Program (EFSP) Program Background: Established in 1983, the Emergency Food and Shelter Program has provided $6.6 billion in federal funding to enable local social service…

Varies by phase; recent awards include $338,090 (Phase 41), $345,687 (Phase 39), $361,728 (Phase 38)
UNITED WAY OF WILL COUNTY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Emergency Food & Shelter Program (EFSP) Funder: Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) / Department of Homeland Security (DHS) via National Emergency Food & Shelter Board Administrator: United…

HAWAII ISLAND UNITED WAY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Emergency Food & Shelter Program (EFSP) Funder: Hawaii Island United Way Inc (Local Board administered by HIUW) Status: CURRENTLY ON HOLD Program Background: The Emergency Food and Shelter Program…

UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL ILLINOIS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Emergency Food & Shelter Program Funder: United Way of Central Illinois (federal convener) Overview: The Emergency Food and Shelter Program was created by Congress to help meet the needs of hungry…

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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