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Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) / Missouri Housing Development Commission (MHDC). The ESG Program provides essential housing assistance to homeless or nearly homeless individuals in Missouri. It prioritizes activities like rapid re-housing, street outreach, and homelessness prevention, aligning with HUD regulations.
The Missouri Housing Development Commission (MHDC) is responsible for administering the state's allocation of these federal funds.
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Housing Emergency Solutions Program National Housing Trust Fund Housing Emergency Solutions Program Housing Emergency Solutions Program Federally known as the Emergency Solutions Grant Program The Missouri Housing Development Commission (MHDC) is responsible for administering the Missouri State Allocation of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Emergency Solutions Grant Program funds.
These funds are provided through a federal grant from the HUD under the Emergency Solutions Grant program, as amended by the Homeless Emergency Assistance and Rapid Transition to Housing Act of 2009 (HEARTH Act). A NOFA and Allocation Plan are issued for funding annually. The Commission approves the NOFA annually.
Please visit the MHDC NOFA page to review Housing Emergency Solutions Program NOFA, Allocation Plans, Received and Approved Lists.
HESP-27 Applications Received 2027 HESP Allocation Plan 2027 Application Guidance 2027 Application Training Recording 2027 Application Training Slides Grant Application Interface Grant Interface Logon Instructions 2026 HESP Funded Training Recording 2026 HESP Funded Training Slides 2026 HESP Finance & Compliance Training Recording 2026 HESP Finance & Compliance Training Slides HESP 2026 Applications Received Updated 2026 NOFA (03/20/2025) Original 2026 NOFA (02/252025) 2026 Application Guidance 2026 Application Training Recording 2026 Application Training Slides Grant Application Interface Grant Interface Logon Instructions HESP 2026 Desk Guide (Updated 04/15/2026) HESP 2026 Compliance Guide Grant Administration Forms MHDC-100 Direct Deposit Form MHDC-101 Authorized Signature Card MHDC-107 CoC Attendance Form MHDC-113 Street Outreach Engagement Tracking Form HESP-200 Program Guideline Certification HESP-210 Match Certification HESP-212 Expense Detail Report Form HESP-220 Program Staff Timesheet HESP 2026 Client File Checklist MHDC-103 Self-Declaration of Income MHDC-112 Employer Verification HESP-201 Income Eligibility Worksheet HESP-204 Receipt of Assistance HESP-205 Minimum Standards for Emergency Shelter HESP-205 Habitability Standards for Permanent Housing HESP-206 Rent Reasonableness and Fair Market Rent Certification HESP-207 Lead Screening Worksheet HESP-208 Property Owner Lead Certification Form HESP-209 Recertification Form HESP-225 Consent and Homelessness Citizenship Certification HESP-226 Citizenship Declaration Homelessness Prevention Standards Rapid Rehousing Standards Street Outreach Standards Emergency Shelter Standards Rental Assistance Agreement HUD Area Median Income (AMI) Limit HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR) Rates HUD Guidance - Indirect Rates HUD Guidance – Limits on Rental Assistance HUD Guidance - Rent Reasonableness and FMR HUD Guidance - Repairs vs. Rehabilitation HUD Guidance - Determining Income At Risk of Homelessness Definition Criteria Homeless Definition Record Keeping Requirements and Criteria National Housing Trust Fund Housing Emergency Solutions Program Missouri Housing Development Commission 1201 Walnut Street, Suite 1800 Privacy Statement | Contact Us | Content Disclaimer
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Qualified nonprofits across the state that assist individuals and families who are homeless or at-risk of homelessness. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $2,858,041 (anticipated for Missouri's allocation). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program is funded by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) / Missouri Housing Development Commission (MHDC). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Missouri. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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