Continuum of care program

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) awarded a $1,389,657 Continuum of Care Program (CFDA 14.267) grant to Ability Housing Inc., a nonprofit organization and community development corporation. The grant funds will be used to provide affordable housing and supportive services to low-income individuals and families, particularly those experiencing or at risk of homelessness, in the Jacksonville, Florida area. Key services include rapid rehousing, case management, employment assistance, mental health and substance abuse treatment, and financial literacy training. Ability Housing Inc. operates several programs, such as HousingLink, which provides subsidized housing and intensive support services to chronically homeless individuals with behavioral health diagnoses. The organization also partners with local governments and other nonprofits to extend its reach and serve as both a prime recipient and subrecipient of federal grants. The award period is from December 1, 2023, to November 30, 2024.