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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Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) — CAPND Community Action Partnership of North Dakota Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) is one of CAPND's statewide programs, listed alongside Energy Share, Homeless Supportive Services, Sportsmen Against Hunger and the Weatherization Assistance Program.	Rolling	Varies
Quarterly Impact Grants Grays Harbor Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Smaller grant awards available on a quarterly basis to benefit and continuously invest in the community. Part of the Foundation's multiple grant cycles each calendar year.	Not published	Up to $5K
COVID-19 Community Response Fund Tri-County United Way Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Santa Clara County Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) 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
NextGen Innovation Award NCS Housing Development Fund Company Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K NCS launched the NextGen Innovation Award to stimulate and encourage creative solutions to the challenges of homelessness in New York City.	Not published	$5K
Community Campaign for the Homeless (CCH) Grant Program Amarillo Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Campaign for the Homeless (CCH, formerly the Interfaith Campaign for the Homeless), for which the Amarillo Area Foundation is fiscal sponsor, issues a competitive Request for Applications to Potter/Randall County (TX)…	Not published	Varies
EMERGENCY SERVICES and PUBLIC SAFETY – Municipal Support Grant Program Vermont Agency of Human Services · State Not published · $1M – $3M Direct municipal grants under Act 143 of 2026 (33 V.S.A. chapter 22, § 2201(10)) enabling Vermont towns and cities to fulfill local shelter commitments during a National Weather Service Cold Weather Advisory, Extreme Cold Watch, or Extreme…	Not published	$1M – $3M
Cross Charitable Foundation Grant Cross Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cross Charitable Foundation Grant provides support to organizations focused on education, homelessness, wildlife conservation, environmental protection, and the welfare of dogs.	Not published	Varies
Health First Wellness Grants Health First Shared Services Inc · Foundation Not published · $360K Annual competitive grants program supporting Brevard County nonprofits working to improve community wellness and address health disparities.	Not published	$360K
Fresno County Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) United Way of the Bay Area · Foundation Not published · Varies The Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) was created in 1983 to supplement and expand the work of local social service agencies, both nonprofit and governmental, to help people with economic emergencies (not disaster-related…	Not published	Varies
Front Porch Investments: Development and Preservation Fund Grant Front Porch Investments · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: If you're interested in applying for funding for your project, please complete the Loan Program Interest Form.	Not published	Varies
Pregnant and Parenting Youth Shelter Grant District of Columbia Department of Human Services · Foundation Not published · $473K – $675K The District of Columbia Department of Human Services aims to enhance the Pregnant and Parenting Youth Shelter Program, providing temporary shelter for youth aged 16-21 who are pregnant or parenting.	Not published	$473K – $675K
Community Grants - Shelter & Safety Grants Santa Barbara Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Santa Barbara Foundation offers Community Grants for Shelter & Safety, providing up to $30,000 in unrestricted funding for two years.	Not published	Up to $30K
Family Violence Prevention Services Act (AR) Grant State of Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration · State Not published · Up to $247K The Family Violence Prevention Services Act (AR) provides federal funding to Arkansas aimed at preventing family violence.	Not published	Up to $247K
Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) Phase ARPAR United Way of Northeast Michigan · Foundation Not published · $33K Congress appropriated $400 million under Phase ARPAR to supplement and expand emergency food and shelter programs. Awards are based upon each county's total number of unemployed compared to all qualifying jurisdictions.	Not published	$33K
Community Wellness Grant Cycle Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Wellness Grant Cycle, managed by the Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia, focuses on supporting programs that address the essential needs of vulnerable populations.	Not published	Varies
Sonnentag Foundation Grant Sonnentag Foundation Ltd · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sonnentag Foundation Grant supports organizations in cities where County Materials Corporation operates, focusing on four key areas: Hunger & Homelessness Support, Service Members & Veterans Support, Sexual Abuse & Domestic Assault…	Not published	Varies
Homelessness Prevention & Diversion Fund (HPDF) Building Changes · Foundation Not published · Varies A first-of-its-kind centralized model providing streamlined access to flexible funding and diversion support to help young people and households secure safe housing.	Not published	Varies
Mayor's Disaster Relief Fund The Dallas Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K A fund sponsored by The Dallas Foundation, initially created in 2005 to help shelter Hurricane Katrina refugees. Reactivated during COVID-19 pandemic to support nonprofits addressing disaster-related needs in Dallas.	Not published	$25K
Conscious Kids Grant Conscious Kids Inc - Agy Main · Foundation Not published · $10K – $20K The Conscious Kids Grant, established by Marlee-Jo Jacobson, aims to support at-risk children and families in underserved communities.	Not published	$10K – $20K
RASM REALTORS® Charitable Foundation Community Grants Realtor Association of Sarasota and Manatee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Since its official founding in 2020, the RASM REALTORS® Charitable Foundation has donated more than $108,000 to local housing-related charitable organizations.	Not published	Varies
Supplemental Emergency Food & Shelter Programs (EFSP) - Douglas County West Central Minnesota Communities Action Inc · Foundation Not published · $28K Federal funds made available through the US Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Funding levels are determined by federal employment and poverty statistics.	Not published	$28K
SerVermont VISTA Program RPF Grant SerVermont · Foundation Not published · Varies This cohort will begin service on August 10, 2026. AmeriCorps VISTA members are made available through SerVermont through a VISTA Supervision Grant from AmeriCorps, the federal agency that oversees National Service.	Not published	Varies
CalEdAssist Scholarship Fund California Education Assistance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Supports students in the Jovenes College Success Initiative, which assists homeless college students achieve their goals by providing housing and supportive services.	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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