Continuum of care program

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) awarded a $571,932 Continuum of Care Program (CFDA 14.267) project grant to Guardian Angel Community Services (GACS), a nonprofit social services agency in Joliet, IL. The grant, with a performance period from December 1, 2023 to November 30, 2024, will enable GACS to provide housing location, rental assistance, and case management services to help minimize homelessness in the local community. As a subrecipient, GACS also utilizes funding from other federal agencies and programs, such as the Department of Health and Human Services and the Illinois Department of Human Services, to deliver a wide range of services including emergency shelters, family violence prevention, transitional housing, foster care, and adoption services. Through this diverse set of grant-funded programs, GACS offers comprehensive support to individuals and families facing various challenges in the Joliet area.