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WHEDA Housing Grant Program | WHEDA WHEDA Housing Grant Program Grants to repair or enhance housing and shelters. The Housing Grant Program (HGP) is a statewide initiative that provides capital funding to develop and improve housing and shelter for Wisconsin's most vulnerable residents.
Established in 1985 in response to reductions in federal housing and shelter funding, the program helps ensure critical housing resources remain available for communities across the state. Since its inception, the WHEDA Foundation has awarded almost $35 million for capital improvement for emergency and transitional housing facilities.
The 2026 Housing Grant Program will award a total of $2,000,000 to support the development and improvement of housing facilities across Wisconsin that serve people in crisis. There are two grant categories: Emergency/Transitional Housing and Permanent Housing. Applicants may apply for funding in both categories, but only one application per category is allowed.
The maximum grant award per project is $50,000. There is no minimum award, and all valid funding requests are welcome. At least 25% and no more than 75% of the total funds will be awarded in any single category .
Eligibility and Requirements Applicants must fall into one of the following organizational categories: Nonprofit organizations or cooperatives organized under Chapters 181, 185, or 187 of the Wisconsin Statutes Community development, redevelopment, and housing authorities Local units of government Native American Tribal authorities Nonprofit organizations and cooperatives are required to register with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) trust (with good standing).
Search your status at the Department of Financial Institutions website. Organizations that received WHEDA Foundation's Housing Grant Program awards consecutively in 2025, 2024, and 2023 are not eligible to apply for the 2026 program. Those organizations may apply again for the 2027 grant cycle.
Applicants who have not submitted the final report for a previous housing grant program award, and who have exceeded the 12-month project completion deadline, are ineligible for a 2026 grant award. Once the final report is submitted, the applicant becomes eligible for future grant cycles.
Eligible Uses of Grant Funds Handicapped accessibility improvements Conversions/additions to buildings or units Site acquisition and other development activities Non-eligible Uses of Grant Funds Ongoing project operating costs Services or transportation services Costs incurred in the preparation of the 2026 Housing Grant Program Application Costs incurred prior to the 2026 Housing Grant Program Application Personal home improvement or home buyer assistance The Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) and the WHEDA Foundation, Inc. are pleased to announce the opening of the 2026 Housing Grant Program.
All applications must be submitted electronically by July 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM. Please direct any questions to wheda. foundation@wheda.
com . Click on the dates below to visit awardee lists for the corresponding year. Safe Harbor Homeless Shelter Safe Harbor Homeless Shelter's remodeled kitchen became a vital space for families to reconnect, fostering hope and personal growth in a safe, supportive environment.
With the help of a $21,000 WHEDA Foundation grant, Twin Oaks became fully handicapped accessible, ensuring that even more community members could find safety, resources, and a pathway to stability. YWCA of Rock County launched the "Fix the Flats" initiative and secured a WHEDA Foundation grant to fund exterior and accessibility renovations.
This support restored the historic building and allowed the YWCA to focus on expanding programs and services that help residents rebuild their lives.
Eau Claire Area Hmong Mutual Assistance Association With support from a $50,000 WHEDA Foundation grant, Eau Claire Hmong Mutual Assistance Association was able to fully renovate its eight-plex housing development, providing stability, resources, and hope to residents in the Chippewa Valley. Extension Date Request Form Projects should be completed within 12 months of receiving funds.
However, we recognize that unforeseen issues may require an extension of the completion date. To close out your HGP project, please submit the Final Report. This form requires project start and completion dates, a narrative of completed activities, a financial summary of funds used, and copies of invoices or receipts.
Fund Reallocation Request Form If the project scope changes and affects your use of grant funds, please request approval from The WHEDA Foundation before proceeding. Complete a Fund Reallocation Request Form.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofits and cooperatives (Chapters 181, 185, or 187 of the Wisconsin Statutes), community development and housing authorities, local governments, and Tribal authorities. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Applications for Housing Grant Program (Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) Foundation) are due July 31, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Housing Grant Program (Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) Foundation) is funded by Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
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The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.
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