The City of Irving is thrilled to announce the Homeless Prevention Program.
Donor Name: City of Irving
State: Texas
City: Irving
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 02/03/2025
Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000
Grant Duration: 1 Year
Details:
This funding opportunity is to support Homeless Prevention Program(s) to address housing instability by providing or connecting Irving households at risk of homelessness to short-term rent, mortgage, utility, and other housing-related financial assistance. Additionally, it aims to provide services that resolve periods of serious housing insecurity, helping participants stabilize their housing situations and prevent episodes of homelessness.
Program Services may include, but are not limited to the following:
- Housing Stability: Rent and mortgage assistance, utility assistance
- Food Assistance: Access to food pantries, mobile food pantries, and seasonal programs
- Financial Empowerment: Financial education and household budgeting support
- Workforce Development: Employment counseling, job fairs, certifications through local community colleges, and access to computer labs
- Senior Programs: Transportation, home-delivered meals, and home safety modifications
- Educational Programs: GED prep classes, ESL training, various other educational certifications
- Shared-Partners (on-site): Access to healthcare, mental health services, domestic violence counseling.
Funding Information
Non-profits that serve Irving residents can apply for up to $230,000 in one-time funding through Fiscal Year 24/25 General Fund dollars.
Grant Period
Awards are expected to be made for a term of 12 months.
For more information, visit City of Irving.