In an effort to provide assistance to those struggling in the current economy, the United States Congress passed, and President Barack Obama signed into law, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA). The purpose of the ARRA is to assist those who are struggling due to the economic downturn and to stimulate the economy. Through the ARRA, the District of Columbia was allocated categorical funds in the amount of approximately 7.5 million dollars for a Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program (HPRP). These funds will be utilized to prevent homelessness for those at-risk and re-house those that become homeless. Under this Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA), DHS is seeking organizations with demonstrated experience in providing homelessness prevention and re-housing assistance.

DHS expects to award up to five (5) grants; four (4) grants will be awarded for homeless prevention services, and one (1) grant will be awarded for Counseling Search and Assistance.   

Applications, starting Tuesday, October 6, can be obtained from the District Grants Clearinghouse. Also, on Tuesday, October 6; applications may be obtained from the receptionist at 64 New York Avenue, NE, Washington, DC, 6th floor. Please call (202) 671-4389 or (202) 671-4200.

A Pre-Application Conference is scheduled for Tuesday, October 13, at the Department of Human Services Headquarters, 64 New York Avenue, NE, 6th Floor, in the Director’s Conference Room.

You must reserve your seat by telephoning (202) 671-4389 or by email. It is strongly recommended that applying organizations attend the pre-application conference.