Federal Grant Award Summary

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Assistant Secretary for Community Planning and Development awarded Heartland Human Care Services, Inc. a $272,849 Project Grant under the Continuum of Care Program (CFDA 14.267) for the period February 1, 2026 through January 31, 2027. The award supports Heartland's delivery of homeless services in the Chicago metropolitan area, including permanent supportive housing for persons with disabilities, rapid rehousing, transitional housing, and supportive services for homeless individuals and families. This funding represents one component of Heartland's broader CoC portfolio, which includes concurrent awards totaling over $4.3 million in support of housing and services for populations experiencing homelessness.

As a Chicago-based nonprofit organization, Heartland utilizes CoC Program funds to establish and operate housing and support service projects designed to end homelessness while promoting self-sufficiency. The program supports eligible costs including acquisition and rehabilitation of structures, new construction, leasing, rental assistance, operating expenses, and case management services. This award aligns with Heartland's primary federal funding focus; the organization has received 75 HUD CoC awards over recent years, making the Community Planning and Development office its largest federal customer base.