Continuum of care program

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) awarded a $620,910 Continuum of Care Program (CFDA 14.267) Project Grant to Shelter House Community Shelter And Transition Services (doing business as Shelter House) in Iowa City, IA. This grant, effective January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024, will enable Shelter House to provide a range of housing assistance and supportive services aimed at quickly rehousing homeless individuals and families in the Iowa City area while promoting self-sufficiency. Key services include rapid rehousing, homeless prevention, emergency shelter, permanent supportive housing, rental assistance, and housing rehabilitation. As a subrecipient, Shelter House has also partnered with the Iowa Finance Authority to expand its service offerings through additional federal grant funding. The Continuum of Care Program emphasizes community-wide strategies and coordination among nonprofit providers, governments, and public housing agencies to address homelessness.