Continuum of care program

The Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) of Schenectady, New York was awarded a $601,344 Project Grant under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) Continuum of Care Program (CFDA 14.267). The grant, with a performance period from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2025, will support the YWCA's comprehensive services to address homelessness, domestic violence, human trafficking, and youth empowerment in the Schenectady area.

Specifically, the funding will enable the YWCA to provide temporary housing, counseling, case management, and other supportive services to homeless individuals and families with the goal of rapidly rehousing them and minimizing trauma. Additionally, the grant will support the YWCA's domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking prevention and victim assistance programs, which include mental health counseling for youth, professional training, and comprehensive support services. The YWCA collaborates with local partners to deliver these critical services to vulnerable populations in the Schenectady community.