Shelter Operations Support (SOS) Grant Program

Shelter Operations Support (SOS) Grant Program

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Missouri Housing Development Commission
Amount: Up to US $500,000
Last Updated: March 01, 2026

Summary

The Shelter Operations Support (SOS) Grant Program aims to enhance emergency shelter operations in Missouri, prioritizing assistance to programs that serve veterans. It is designed for established non-profits and community organizations with a track record of at least two years. The program provides operating and administrative funds to ensure safe temporary housing for residents facing crises, while maintaining compliance with funding restrictions and eligibility criteria.

Overview

Shelter Operations Support (SOS) will operate as a Pilot Program in the current Fiscal Year. These funds are intended to support the operation and administration of emergency shelter programs within Missouri communities who work to provide emergency shelter to Missouri residents facing a housing crisis, with priority given to programs who serve Missouri Veterans.

Eligibility

We've imported the main document for this grant to give you an overview. You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicants must be an established non-profit, not for profit, governmental entity, or other community organization that has operated a free-standing shelter program for at least 2 years, and must be an entity in good standing with the state of Missouri.Applicants must provide access to safe and adequate temporary shelter, as determined by MHDC, to Missouri residents.Eligible ActivitiesOperating Funds: available to organizations to support the operation of shelter programs.Administrative Funds: available to organizations to support the administration of shelter programs.

Ineligibility

Funding will not be awarded to individuals.Funding may not be sub-granted.Administration expenses may not exceed 10% of the total grant award/expenditure.