The Department of Housing and Urban Development Assistant Secretary for Community Planning and Development awarded $248,590 to South Oakland Shelter, doing business as Lighthouse Mi, on February 1, 2026, under the Continuum of Care Program (CFDA 14.267).
Lighthouse Mi, a nonprofit organization based in Pontiac, Michigan, delivers comprehensive homelessness services across Oakland County, including emergency shelter operations, permanent supportive housing for persons with disabilities, rapid rehousing, transitional housing, rental assistance, case management, and Homeless Management Information Systems administration. The organization serves individuals and families experiencing homelessness, runaway and homeless youth ages 24 and younger, and persons fleeing domestic violence.
The award obligates $248,590 for the period of February 1, 2026 through January 31, 2027, with place of performance in Pontiac, Michigan. The Continuum of Care Program funds nonprofit providers, states, and local governments to quickly house homeless individuals and families while promoting access to mainstream programs and optimizing self-sufficiency. Eligible uses include permanent housing, transitional housing, supportive services, Homeless Management Information Systems, homelessness prevention, planning activities, real property acquisition, rehabilitation, and new construction.