Continuum of Care Program

The CoC Program is a competitive grant to local and regional collaborations that administer homelessness service systems, including rental assistance, supportive services, screening and assessment, and Homeless Management Information Systems.

Administering Agency:

HUD

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Key Details:

Funding Overview:

The CoC Program is a competitive grant to local and regional collaborations that administer homelessness service systems, including rental assistance, supportive services, screening and assessment, and Homeless Management Information Systems.

Common Uses:

The primary source of funding for many homelessness services, including permanent supportive housing; supportive services; Coordinated Entry screening; administration; cross-system training and education, such as for law enforcement; as well as additional rental assistance.

Issue Area(s): Housing and Homelessness, Mental Health, Physical Health, Substance Use Disorder

Eligibility: CBO/Other

Key Usage Options: Administrative, Hire Staff, IT, Planning, Rental, Research/Evaluation, Screening/Assessment, Staff Training, Supportive Housing, Workforce Development

Funding Amount/Range: Varies

Allocation Frequency: Annual

Funding/Expending Period: 1-15 years

Funding Type: Competitive Grant

How to Obtain: Direct Allocation

Match Requirement: No

Notes:

Continuums of Care can receive additional bonus points on their application for activities that include partnering with local criminal justice organizations.