Federal Grant Award Summary

HVAF of Indiana, Inc. received a $2.85 million Project Grant from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration under the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Program (CFDA 64.033) for the period October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. The organization will provide coordinated supportive services to very low-income veteran families residing in permanent housing, those experiencing homelessness who are transitioning to permanent housing, and families seeking suitable housing after exiting permanent housing. HVAF of Indiana will deliver mandatory services including outreach, case management, assistance in obtaining VA benefits, and coordination of other public benefits to eligible participants.

In addition to required services, the grant funds support optional temporary financial assistance provided directly to third parties on behalf of participants, including child care, emergency housing assistance, transportation, rental assistance, utility and security deposit payments, moving costs, and general housing stability assistance. The organization may also offer supplemental optional services such as legal assistance and financial management services. This funding aligns with SSVF's housing-first approach, which emphasizes rapidly rehousing homeless veterans and preventing veteran homelessness while facilitating access to healthcare, employment, legal services, and other supports necessary to maintain permanent housing and improve quality of life.