2,203 foundations$1.2B total annual giving$8K median grant52 states with funders
Discover 2,203 grantmaking foundations funding homelessness programs, with combined annual giving of $1.2B. The median grant size for homelessness is $8K.
Homelessness Grantmaking at a Glance
Foundations
2,203
Total Annual Giving
$1.2B
Total Assets Under Management
$43B
Median Grant Size
$8K
States with Funders
52
Total Grants on Record
67,692
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Live programs funding homelessness that your nonprofit can apply to now.
Open nowCloses in 19 days (Dec 1, 2026)Award: $298 – $50K
Clinton County Community Foundation Competitive Grant Program — 2026 Cycle
Critical needsCommunity bettermentCultural programs and events+8 more
Who can apply: The applicant's services, program, or event must benefit residents of Clinton County. Applicants must be a governmental unit or political subdivision, or a nonprofit organization with an IRS-recognized 501(c) designation. Applicants must provide the applicable IRS exemption letter, most recent IRS Form 990, and Pennsylvania Bureau of Corporations and Charitable Organizations certificate or exemption letter. Grant funds cannot be used for administrative or labor costs. Prior grantees must submit the required evaluative report to remain eligible for a new grant.
affordable housingrental assistancesupportive services+2 more
Who can apply: The page identifies HOME-ARP as one of the main grant types currently provided by HUD to the City of Arlington. Eligible organizations would participate through the City's HUD funding process and must have active SAM.gov registration and a Unique Identifier ID before contract finalization if awarded funding.
Financial stabilityHousing stabilityWorkforce development+3 more
Who can apply: Same IWCF grant-seeker criteria apply: project-based work serving Southwest Idaho counties; eligible organizations include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, schools, government agencies, and religious organizations; minimum annual revenue of $50,000; no general operating, endowment, capital campaign, scholarship, or partisan/lobbying projects.
affordable housinghomelessness preventioncommunity development+1 more
Who can apply: Applicants may be eligible for CDBG, ESG, and HOME grants; organizations must register through sam.gov and obtain a Unique Identifier ID (UID) that is active before contract finalization.
Child abuse preventionChild neglect preventionChildhood trauma prevention, intervention, and treatment+5 more
Who can apply: Applicants must qualify as 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations, be primarily direct-service organizations, and serve children and youth ages birth to 24 and families in Western Washington. NWCF does not fund organizations that proselytize or require religious activities, individuals or political candidates, certain tutoring/after-school/leadership programs outside its priorities, career training or substance abuse treatment for parents without a children’s component, or stand-alone food, clothing, household-item, or direct medical/dental programs.
Who can apply: Applicants must be based in Central Georgia and provide services for animals there. Priority is given to projects with enduring impact on reducing stray animal populations and suffering.
The typical Homelessness foundation awards grants of $8K. Approximately 35% of Homelessness foundations actively fund new organizations, and 66% accept unsolicited proposals.
Frequently Asked Questions About Homelessness Grants
How many foundations fund homelessness?
There are 2,203 grantmaking foundations that fund homelessness programs across 52 states.
What is the median grant size for homelessness?
The median grant from foundations funding homelessness is $8K. Actual grant sizes vary widely depending on the foundation's size and giving strategy.
What are the largest homelessness foundations?
The largest foundations funding homelessness by annual giving include COMMUNITY SHELTER BOARD, Strategies to End Homelessness Inc, HOMELESS SERVICES NETWORK OF CENTRAL FLORIDA INC, with combined giving of $100.8M.
Which states have the most homelessness funders?
The states with the most homelessness foundations are California (256), Florida (206), Texas (149). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find homelessness grants for my nonprofit?
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