Making an Impact on Homelessness in Iowa
The Emergency Solutions Grant is a federal program of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development designed to assist people to quickly regain stability in permanent housing after experiencing a housing crisis and/or homelessness.
Eligibility
Applicants
- Local governments (not to include local public housing authorities)
- Nonprofit service agencies
Programming
- Street outreach
- Shelter
- Homeless prevention
- Rapid rehousing
Application Process
- Periodic competitive application
- May be a Combined application with Emergency Solutions Grant and Shelter Assistance Fund programs
How to Access Help
Please note that individuals may not apply directly to the Iowa Finance Authority for assistance. If you are experiencing homelessness or are at-risk of becoming homeless, the best place to start is the Coordinated Entry system.
- Iowa Housing Help Portal
- Statewide: 833.739.0065
- Polk County: 515.248.1850
- HouseIowa.org