Federal Grant Award Summary

The Florida Department of Health received a formula grant award of $9.87 million from the Department of Housing and Urban Development's Assistant Secretary for Community Planning and Development under the Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) program (CFDA 14.241), effective February 6, 2026 through February 8, 2029. This award supports the delivery of housing assistance, supportive services, program planning, and development activities to address the housing needs of low-income individuals living with HIV/AIDS and their families in the Tallahassee, Florida area.

Under this formula grant, the Florida Department of Health will provide eligible HOPWA activities that may include permanent housing through tenant-based and facility-based rental assistance, as well as transitional or short-term housing assistance. Additionally, the award funds supportive services such as case management, healthcare coordination, and program planning designed to establish housing stability, reduce homelessness risk, and improve access to healthcare and supportive services for the target population. The grantee is required to submit an approved Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan identifying specific eligible activities, maintain comprehensive financial records, and submit annual performance reports documenting program expenditures, accomplishments, and household outcomes related to housing stability and access to care.