Transitional living program for runaway and homeless youth - the transitional living program (TLP) (CX) provides safe, stable, and appropriate shelter for runaway and homeless youth ages 16 to under…

The Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families awarded $700,000 to Huckleberry House on September 30, 2025, under the Transitional Living Program for Homeless Youth (CFDA 93.550).

Huckleberry House, a tax-exempt nonprofit based in Columbus, Ohio, delivers safe, stable shelter and comprehensive supportive services to runaway and homeless youth ages 16 to under 22 for up to 18 months, extendable to 21 months under extenuating circumstances. Services include basic life skills training, educational and job attainment opportunities, and counseling to support transition to self-sufficiency and stable, independent living. Performance occurs in Ohio.

The award period runs through September 29, 2028. The Transitional Living Program's primary goal is to help eligible youth establish sustainable living and well-being, with core outcome areas including social and emotional well-being, permanent connections, education or employment, and safe and stable housing.

Transitional living program for runaway and homeless youth - the transitional living program (TLP) (CX) provides safe, stable, and appropriate shelter for runaway and homeless youth ages 16 to under 22 for up to 18 months and, under extenuating circumstances, can be extended to 21 months. Tlps provide comprehensive services (e.g., basic life skills, educational and job attainment opportunities, counseling) that supports the transition of homeless youth to self-sufficiency and stable, independent living.