Federal Grant Award Summary

Unity Of Greater New Orleans, Inc. received a $289,916 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Assistant Secretary for Community Planning and Development, under the Continuum of Care Program (CFDA 14.267) effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. As the lead agency for the local Continuum of Care in the New Orleans and Jefferson Parish regions, Unity delivers a comprehensive array of housing and supportive services to homeless and low-income populations, including permanent supportive housing for persons with disabilities, rapid rehousing, transitional housing, homelessness prevention, and wraparound supportive services. These services are provided through a coordinated network of 48 member organizations.

The award supports eligible activities under the Continuum of Care Program, which may include acquisition and rehabilitation of structures for housing, leasing and rental assistance, operating costs, supportive services delivery, Homeless Management Information Systems (HMIS) operations, and CoC planning activities. Unity's service offerings encompass street outreach, housing search and placement, rental and utility assistance, case management, mental health treatment, substance abuse support, and job training, all designed to promote self-sufficiency among individuals and families experiencing homelessness while minimizing trauma and dislocation.