Continuum of care program

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has awarded a $236,158 Continuum of Care Program (CFDA 14.267) project grant to the Community And Economic Development Association of Cook County, Inc. (CEDA), a nonprofit organization serving low-income populations in Cook County, Illinois. This one-year grant, effective from June 1, 2024 to May 31, 2025, will support CEDA's efforts to provide rapid rehousing, homelessness prevention, rental assistance, and supportive services to address homelessness in the Chicago area. As a registered federal contractor since 2004, CEDA delivers a comprehensive array of services funded through various federal grants, including the Continuum of Care Program, Community Services Block Grant, and Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program. Through this HUD grant, CEDA will continue to serve as a crucial link between federal resources and community needs, working in partnership with state and local agencies to empower individuals and families to achieve self-sufficiency and improve their quality of life.