Continuum of care program

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has awarded a $144,758 Continuum of Care Program (CFDA 14.267) Project Grant to the Institute For Community Alliances, a non-profit organization, for the period of November 1, 2023 to October 31, 2024.

The funding will support the Institute For Community Alliances' efforts to address homelessness and housing instability in the Des Moines, IA area. Key services to be provided include coordinated entry, emergency shelter, rapid rehousing, supportive housing, rental assistance, and homelessness prevention aid. The organization has extensive experience in implementing Homeless Management Information Systems (HMIS) and coordinating community-wide strategies to quickly house homeless individuals and families while promoting self-sufficiency. The Institute For Community Alliances frequently partners with other non-profit entities and state/local agencies to expand service coverage and increase local capacity to combat homelessness.