VA is providing per diem funding to assist with the operational costs associated with transitional housing beds for homeless veterans

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is providing $866,463.00 in per diem funding under the VA Homeless Providers Grant and Per Diem (GPD) Program (CFDA 64.024) to First Step House, a Salt Lake City-based nonprofit organization. The funding will assist with the operational costs associated with providing transitional housing beds for homeless veterans.

First Step House specializes in offering comprehensive support services to homeless veterans, individuals with substance use disorders, and those experiencing mental health challenges. The organization focuses on providing transitional housing, case management, and other supportive services to help vulnerable populations achieve residential stability, increase skills, and transition to permanent housing. The federal grant award will enable First Step House to continue operating its transitional housing program for homeless veterans in Utah.