The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) awarded a $273,884 Continuum of Care Program (CFDA 14.267) grant to Hogar LUZ De Vida, Inc., a non-profit organization based in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. The grant, awarded on March 11, 2025, supports the organization's transitional housing services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness in the Mayaguez area.
Hogar LUZ De Vida's Continuum of Care Program grant funds will be used to provide temporary shelter, comprehensive case management, and assistance in securing permanent housing for vulnerable populations. This helps to quickly rehouse homeless individuals and families while minimizing trauma and promoting self-sufficiency. The organization has received similar annual grants from HUD's Assistant Secretary for Community Planning and Development over the past five years, ranging from $260,570 to $266,533, which have enabled it to maintain these critical services. In addition, Hogar LUZ De Vida has also received a sub-grant from the Puerto Rico Department of the Family for its transitional housing programs.