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2025 Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Funding Cycle is a grant from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) that funds activities related to homeless prevention, rapid re-housing, emergency shelter, and street outreach across Texas. TDHCA allocates ESG funding regionally across 12 Continuum of Care regions using a statutory formula that accounts for homeless population size, poverty rates, and housing conditions.
At least 70% of funds go to continuing awards for high-performing subrecipients. Eligible applicants include units of general purpose local government and private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations operating within designated service areas in Texas.
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If you or someone you know is in need of assistance, please visit our Help for Texans Page. The Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Program provides critical funding to units of general purpose local governments and private nonprofit organizations with a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. This funding supports activities related to Homeless Prevention, Rapid Re-Housing, Emergency Shelter, and Street Outreach within their service areas.
The information and materials on this page are intended for organizations interested in becoming Subrecipients of the ESG program. If you are an individual seeking assistance, please visit our Help for Texans page at Help for Texans for providers in your area. TDHCA allocates the ESG Program funding regionally throughout the 12 Continuum of Care (COC) regions ( Texas COC Map ) in the State.
Allocations are based on a statutory formula, considering factors such as the homeless population, poverty rates, available funding, and housing conditions. For detailed information on the allocation formula, please refer to 10 TAC §7. 33 .
ESG funding is distributed through three types of funding competitions: TDHCA reserves at least 70% of the ESG funds for Continuing Awards. These awards are granted to high performing ESG Subrecipients who have demonstrated consistent success in managing and implementing ESG-funded programs. Continuing Awards offer stability and ongoing support for organizations that have proven their ability to effectively serve communities in need.
How to Apply: Eligibility Screening for Subrecipients TDHCA will evaluate Subrecipients who were awarded at least three of the previous four ESG Annual allocations to determine eligibility. Eligible Subrecipients will be notified with detailed instructions on how to apply. For a complete list of eligibility requirements, please review 10 TAC §7.
34 The remaining ESG funds (approximately 30%, depending on the outcome of Continuing Awards) are made available through the Regional Competition. These funds are open to eligible units of general purpose local government or private nonprofit organizations in each CoC Region, supporting projects and services aimed at homelessness prevention and assistance.
How to Apply: Competitive Applications TDHCA releases an ESG NOFA annually, typically between late Spring and early Summer, depending on the receipt of funds from HUD. Applicants must submit a completed Application, required documentation, and all associated materials, as outlined in the NOFA. These materials are made available on this funding webpage when the funding opportunity is active.
Each Application is subject to the general threshold criteria, as described in 10 TAC §7. 36 . Applications that do not meet these criteria may be terminated.
ESG funds will be awarded to the highest-ranking applications in each CoC, with the process continuing until the allocated funds for that CoC region are fully utilized, as described in 10 TAC §7. 38 . Points are awarded based on factors including experience, program design, budget, previous performance, collaboration, and performance as outlined in 10 TAC §7.
39 and §7. 40 Any remaining funds, after the Continuing Award and Regional Funding Competitions, will be made available through the Statewide Competition. This competition is for high-ranking applications that were not recommended funding in the Regional Competition.
How to Apply: Statewide Competition Organizations do not need to submit a separate application for the Statewide Competition. Eligible applications from the Regional Competition that were not recommended for funding will automatically be transferred to the Statewide Competition. Applications will be ranked based on their score, and awards will be made starting with the highest-ranking applications, regardless of CoC region.
The process continues until funds are exhausted or no further eligible applications remain. For further details, refer to 10 TAC §7. 38 (g) .
For further details, refer to 10 TAC §7. 38 (g). 2025 ESG Regional Funding Competition - CLOSED 2025 ESG Final Application Log Applications for the 2025 ESG Regional Funding Competition is now closed.
The application period for the 2025 ESG Regional Funding Competition is now closed. For currently available Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) please access the Notices of Funding Availability webpage . ESG Annual Application Volumes Application volumes will be posted here when the 2026 ESG Regional Funding Competition opens, anticipated in Summer 2026 , pending final schedule.
Application Forms and Supporting Documents Local Government Approval of Shelter Activities Staff Qualifications Certification Program Guidelines and Requirements ESG Program Components Quick Reference Area Median Family Income – Effective June 1, 2025 Emergency Solution Grants Program Interim Regulations ( 24 CFR 576 at Electronic Code of Federal Regulations ) HEARTH Homeless Definition Final Rule Equal Access to Housing Final Rule 2 CFR 200 (OMB Super Circular) 10 Texas Administrative Code Chapter 1 - Administration 10 Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 7 - Homelessness Programs
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations, local governments, and other entities providing services to homeless individuals in Texas. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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2026 HOME Persons with Disabilities Program is a grant from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) that funds affordable housing development and rehabilitation for persons with disabilities in Texas. A total of $2,683,889 is available through federal HOME Investment Partnership funds. The program supports activities that increase the supply, quality, and accessibility of housing for low-income Texans with disabilities. Eligible applicants are Units of Local Government and nonprofit organizations in Texas. The application deadline is June 15, 2026. Funded projects must comply with federal HOME program requirements and serve eligible low-income households with disabilities.
HOME Program (Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs) is sponsored by Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA). The Texas HOME Program offers various single-family initiatives, including Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA), which can provide rental assistance to low-income Texans. Nonprofits can be awarded funds to administer these programs.
The Fund for Women & Girls Grant Program is sponsored by The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC). The Fund for Women & Girls, an initiative of TFEC, makes grants to local nonprofit organizations in specific South Central PA counties. The grants support projects that advance the lives of women and girls by providing opportunities to address basic needs, develop economic self-sufficiency, and strengthen health and safety needs.
VGF grants will be used to develop and/or support community-based entities to recruit, manage, and support volunteers. CNCS seeks to fund effective approaches that expand volunteering, strengthen the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit and retain skill-based volunteers, and develop strategies to use volunteers effectively to solve problems. Specifically, the VGF grants will support efforts that expand the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit, manage, support and retain individuals to serve in high quality volunteer assignments.Applicants that receive funding under this Notice may directly carry out the activities supported under the award, or may carry out the activities by making sub-grants to community-based entities, supporting volunteer generation at these entities.). Funding Opportunity Number: AC-05-25-21. Assistance Listing: 94.021. Funding Instrument: G. Category: O. Award Amount: $6.1M total program funding.