Federal Grant Award Summary

Jesus Cares / McNairy County, Inc. received a $332,896 Project Grant award 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) effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. The organization, based in Selmer, Tennessee, will utilize these funds to support homeless services targeting vulnerable populations, particularly youth experiencing homelessness aged 24 and younger. Eligible activities under this award may include establishment and operation of permanent supportive housing for persons with disabilities, rapid rehousing initiatives, transitional housing facilities, supportive services, and Homeless Management Information Systems (HMIS) infrastructure.

The award supports the CoC Program's core mission to promote community-wide commitment to ending homelessness while minimizing trauma and dislocation for homeless individuals and families. Funding may be applied toward eligible costs including property acquisition and rehabilitation, new construction, rental assistance, operating expenses, and supportive services designed to facilitate quick rehousing and optimize self-sufficiency. Jesus Cares / McNairy County, Inc. has demonstrated experience delivering coordinated homeless services through prior HUD funding, collaborating with partner organizations to execute comprehensive interventions that address housing stability and access to mainstream resources.