The HOME-ARP program was created by the American Rescue Plan (ARP) to reduce homelessness and increase housing stability. IFA was designated approximately $29 million in HOME-ARP funds in a one-time allocation.
Available Funds
- Supportive Services
$4.5 million - Nonprofit Operating
$1 million - Nonprofit Capacity Building
$1 million
Qualified Populations
- Individuals experiencing homelessness*
- Individuals at risk of homelessness*
- Persons fleeing or attempting to flee domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking or human trafficking.
- Other populations for which providing supportive services or assistance would prevent homelessness or would serve those at greatest risk of housing instability.
*As defined by 24 CFR 91.5
Eligibility
Activities
- Supportive Services
Supportive services are offered for activities necessary to assist the qualifying populations, prevent homelessness, or enable qualifying households to obtain and maintain housing. Eligible services are listed in CPD 21-10, and in the Supportive Services section of this application. - Nonprofit Operating
Reasonable and necessary costs of operating the nonprofit organization. - Nonprofit Capacity Building
Reasonable and necessary general operating costs that will result in the expansion or improvement of an organization’s ability to successfully carry out eligible HOME-ARP activities.
Applicants
- Nonprofit and for-profit entities
- Local governments
Maximum Award
- Supportive Services
$150,000 for organizations that received 2024/25 Emergency Solutions Grant/Shelter Assistance Fund (ESG/SAF) grant awards.
$300,000 for organizations that are not eligible for ESG/SAF. - Nonprofit Operating and Capacity Building
Greater of 50% general operating expenses or $50,000, for either one assistance; annually. Or, Greater of 50% general operating expenses or $75,000, for both assistance types; annually.
Application Process
HOME-ARP FAQs
Resources
Notices
- Notice of Public Hearing on HOME-ARP Allocation Plan: Feb 6, 2025
- Iowa HOME-ARP Application Now Available: Jan. 5, 2024
- Iowa HOME-ARP Program Webinar: Dec. 13, 2023
Program Resources
Program Guidance
Email Address