This federal Project Grant award of $566,846 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under the Continuum of Care (CoC) Program (CFDA 14.267) supports efforts by the non-profit organization First Light Inc. to provide housing assistance and supportive services to homeless individuals and families in Birmingham, Alabama. The grant funding will enable First Light to offer a range of critical services, including temporary emergency housing, rapid rehousing assistance, case management, mental health and substance abuse treatment, job training, and access to other community resources. The goal is to quickly rehouse homeless persons while minimizing trauma and promoting self-sufficiency. In addition to this direct award, First Light has also served as a sub-awardee on grants from the City of Birmingham and Jefferson County, further expanding its capacity to address homelessness in the local community. Through these various funding sources, First Light continues to play a crucial role in providing comprehensive support to homeless populations in the Birmingham area.