Continuum of care program

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) awarded a $244,980 Continuum of Care Program (CFDA 14.267) Project Grant to Central Wisconsin Community Action (CWCAC) on May 21, 2024. CWCAC, a non-profit organization, utilizes this funding to provide a range of housing assistance and supportive services aimed at quickly rehousing homeless individuals and families in the Wisconsin Dells area while minimizing trauma and promoting self-sufficiency. Key services delivered through this Project Grant include rapid rehousing, homelessness prevention, rental assistance, case management, mental health and substance abuse treatment, job training, and other essential resources for vulnerable populations. Additionally, CWCAC has participated as a subrecipient in various federal programs such as LIHEAP, CSBG, Weatherization Assistance, TANF, HOME, and TEFAP, enabling the organization to deliver a comprehensive suite of services addressing housing, energy, community development, and food security needs in central Wisconsin.