Continuum of care program

This federal Project Grant award of $437,590.00 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) Continuum of Care Program (CFDA 14.267) supports the provision of housing assistance and supportive services by First Light Inc., a domestic shelter and non-profit organization, to rapidly rehouse homeless individuals and families in Birmingham, Alabama. The grant, effective from August 1, 2023 to July 31, 2024, enables First Light Inc. to deliver emergency shelter, access to permanent housing programs, and comprehensive support services including case management, healthcare, job training, and other assistance to help homeless persons achieve self-sufficiency and stable living situations. First Light Inc. has also previously received over $3 million in Continuum of Care funding from 2020-2024 to support its mission of addressing homelessness in the local community.