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State Shelter Subsidy Grant (SSSG) program is sponsored by Wisconsin Department of Administration, Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources (DEHCR). The State Shelter Subsidy Grant (SSSG) program provides operational funds to emergency shelter and motel voucher programs in Wisconsin.
This funding helps address additional needs due to renovation/expansion, development of new facilities, expansion of services, or inability to obtain adequate funding to continue existing services.
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State Shelter Subsidy Grant Program (SSSG) State Shelter Subsidy Grant Program (SSSG) Overview The State Shelter Subsidy Grant (SSSG) program provides operation funds to emergency shelter and motel voucher programs that have additional funding needs due to: Renovation/expansion of an existing emergency shelter facility Development of an existing building into an emergency shelter facility Expansion (or development) of emergency shelter services Inability of an emergency shelter program to obtain adequate funding to continue to provide an existing level of service Grants are limited to no more than 50 percent of an emergency shelter program's total operating budget.
The following entities located in Wisconsin are eligible for the SSSG program: A county or municipal governing body or agency A community action agency Other private, non-profit or for-profit organization Only an applicant agency's emergency shelter and/or motel voucher program can be awarded SSSG funding. Domestic violence and runaway shelters are not eligible for SSSG funding.
The annual state appropriation of funds is shared amongst the following Continuums of Care: Grant amounts may be supplemented by the Interest-Bearing Real Estate Trust Accounts (IBRETA) , if available. For Dane and Milwaukee counties, one local shelter or service provider must be designated as the lead agency.
The lead agency is responsible for collecting and submitting applications on behalf of all participating emergency shelter programs in the county. The grant awarded to the lead agency may not exceed 50 percent of the participating emergency shelters' programs combined total operating budgets.
Emergency shelter programs located in Racine County or the Wisconsin Balance of State Continuum of Care's service area may apply directly for a grant, or collaborate with other agencies in their county and designate a lead agency. Award amounts are based on an applicant agency's ability to meet the state statute criteria, the number of shelter nights provided, and the minimum award thresholds.
The SSSG application for agencies to apply will be available in fall 2026.
DEHCR General Monitoring Questionnaire (Excel) DEHCR SSHG Monitoring Questionnaire - Direct Grantees (Excel) DEHCR SSHG Monitoring Questionnaire - Lead Agencies (Excel) DEHCR SSHG Client File Checklist (PDF) DEHCR SSSG Monitoring Questionnaire - Direct Grantees (Excel) DEHCR SSSG Monitoring Questionnaire - Lead Agencies (Excel) DEHCR SSSG Client File Checklist (PDF) HMIS Release of Information Form WIBOSCOC Verification of Homelessness Form (Word) SSHG Grantee & Award List 2025-2026 (PDF) SSSG Grantee & Award List 2026 (PDF) SSSG Program Manual (PDF) SSSG HE+ PMA Responsibilities & Instructions (PDF) Institute for Community Alliances Wis.
Stat. § 16. 308 – Grants for shelter for homeless individuals and families Wis.
Admin. Code – Shelter for homeless persons SSSG Payment Request Recording PMA Basics Recording SSSG All-Grantee Presentation DEHCR Presentation Slides (PDF) If an individual and/or household is in need of emergency shelter, please go to DEHCR's main webpage for a list of resources located by county. SSSG Program Manager - Dana Wallace Email: dana.
wallace1@wisconsin. gov Telephone: (608) 261-7013 Mailing Address: Department of Administration Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible entities located in Wisconsin include county or municipal governing bodies or agencies, community action agencies, and other private, non-profit or for-profit organizations. Only an applicant agency's emergency shelter and/or motel voucher program can be awarded SSSG funding. Domestic violence and runaway shelters are not eligible. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
State Shelter Subsidy Grant (SSSG) program is funded by Wisconsin Department of Administration, Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources (DEHCR). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Wisconsin. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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