Continuum of care program

This $170,103 Project Grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under the Continuum of Care (CoC) Program (CFDA 14.267) supports Mohawk Opportunities, Inc., a non-profit organization in Schenectady, New York, in delivering a range of critical services to address homelessness and housing challenges in the local community. The funding enables Mohawk Opportunities to provide rapid rehousing, permanent housing placement, homelessness prevention, temporary rental assistance, and housing stabilization services. These services incorporate comprehensive support mechanisms such as case management, housing search assistance, landlord mediation, budget counseling, and benefits acquisition support. The grant, covering the period from January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025, is designed to minimize trauma for homeless individuals and families, promote access to mainstream resources, and optimize self-sufficiency.