The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) awarded a $191,100 Continuum of Care Program (CFDA 14.267) grant to the Saginaw County Youth Protection Council, a non-profit organization, on March 11, 2025. The grant funds will support the organization's efforts to combat youth homelessness in Saginaw, Michigan through a range of eligible activities, including:
Providing transitional housing, emergency shelter, street outreach, and rapid rehousing assistance to quickly rehouse homeless and runaway youth while minimizing trauma and promoting self-sufficiency. The award enables the organization to offer a comprehensive array of housing and supportive services to address the complex needs of this vulnerable population. As a subrecipient, Saginaw County Youth Protection Council also manages initiatives like the Transitional Living Program and Outreach and Basic Care Center Project, which further expand their capacity to support homeless and at-risk youth in the community.