Fair Housing Initiatives Program - Private Enforcement Initiative

The Department of Housing and Urban Development seeks applications from qualified non-profit organizations through the Private Enforcement Initiative component of the Fair Housing Initiatives Program. Up to $16.7 million is available for new three-year grants of up to $425,000 per year to conduct fair housing enforcement activities including complaint intake, investigation, testing, and pursuing violations of the Fair Housing Act or equivalent state and local laws. Eligible applicants must have at least two years of relevant enforcement experience or one year of fair housing experience and will be evaluated based on organizational capacity, proposed activities, community impact, and budget. Applications are due by December 18, 2023.

Individual grant awards are for a maximum of $425,000 per year for three years, subject to federal appropriations. Funded activities will support fair housing enforcement and education efforts nationwide to address discriminatory housing practices and advance racial equity and inclusion.