Federal Project Grant Award Summary

The County of Mendocino Social Services received a $2.37 million Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Assistant Secretary for Community Planning and Development, under the Continuum of Care (CoC) Program (CFDA 14.267). The award, effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, funds comprehensive homelessness assistance initiatives designed to quickly house homeless individuals and families while minimizing trauma and promoting self-sufficiency. The grant supports five primary program components: permanent supportive housing and rapid rehousing for persons with disabilities; transitional housing; supportive services only; Homeless Management Information Systems (HMIS); and homelessness prevention activities.

The funded activities encompass eligible costs for establishing and operating housing and support programs, including real property acquisition and rehabilitation, new construction, rental assistance, case management, mental health treatment, substance abuse support, and job training services. These interventions target vulnerable populations including individuals experiencing chronic homelessness, families, and persons fleeing domestic violence. As a local government entity with a sustained commitment to addressing homelessness in Mendocino County, the awardee will implement coordinated community-based strategies that leverage federal resources to stabilize and support individuals and families transitioning out of homelessness while promoting access to mainstream social services and economic self-sufficiency.