Continuum of care program

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) awarded a $106,788 Continuum of Care Program (CFDA 14.267) Project Grant to Youth Continuum Inc., a non-profit organization based in New Haven, Connecticut. This funding supports Youth Continuum's efforts to address youth homelessness by providing a range of specialized services, including emergency shelter, transitional housing, counseling, family reunification assistance, and skill development programs for homeless and at-risk youth up to age 24. The award enables Youth Continuum to operate its Basic Center Program, Transitional Living Program, and Street Outreach Program, which deliver comprehensive support services tailored to the needs of vulnerable young people. Additionally, the organization partners with the City of New Haven as a sub-recipient of Community Development Block Grant funds to expand its emergency housing capacity and improve facilities. This federal grant award, effective November 1, 2023 through October 31, 2024, demonstrates Youth Continuum's comprehensive approach to addressing youth homelessness in the New Haven area.