Federal Project Grant Award Summary

Ican Inc., a nonprofit community development corporation based in Canton, Ohio, received a $209,751 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Assistant Secretary for Community Planning and Development, under the Continuum of Care (CoC) Program (CFDA 14.267). The award, obligated on July 1, 2026, with a completion date of June 30, 2027, supports the organization's efforts to address homelessness and housing insecurity in the Canton and Stark County regions.

Through this CoC Program funding, Ican Inc. delivers comprehensive services designed to quickly house homeless individuals and families while promoting long-term self-sufficiency. Eligible activities under the award include establishing and operating permanent supportive housing and rapid rehousing projects, transitional housing, supportive services only initiatives, and Homeless Management Information Systems (HMIS). The organization provides critical support services including case management, housing counseling, rental assistance, job training, and mental health and substance abuse treatment. Ican Inc. collaborates with local government entities such as the City of Canton and Stark County to leverage sub-awards for additional initiatives, including rehabilitation of permanent supportive housing units and targeted homeless prevention programs.