Jennings Housing Authority

Jennings Housing Authority is a U.S. local government entity classified as a housing authority that has been registered with SAM.gov since December 2005. The organization operates as a public housing authority serving low-income residents in Jennings, Louisiana, providing affordable and safe housing solutions to vulnerable populations including elderly individuals, families with children, and persons with disabilities. As a housing authority, Jennings Housing Authority receives federal grant funding to support its mission of maintaining decent, safe, and sanitary housing for economically disadvantaged residents within its service area.

Jennings Housing Authority has established a consistent track record of receiving formula grant awards exclusively from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's Public and Indian Housing Office, with no involvement in federal contracts. The organization has received multiple awards under two primary HUD grant programs: the Public Housing Operating Fund (CFDA 14.850) and the Public Housing Capital Fund (CFDA 14.872). The operating fund grants support day-to-day operational and maintenance expenses for public housing dwellings, including property management, routine and preventative maintenance, anti-crime and security initiatives, energy cost management, resident supportive services, and administrative expenses. Most recently, Jennings Housing Authority received a $178,913 operating fund award effective January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2032. The organization has also received capital fund grants, such as the $580,753 award dated May 13, 2025 through May 12, 2029, which support public housing modernization, development, and management improvements to enhance infrastructure and resident services. These formula grants enable the authority to serve its community without relying on sub-award partnerships, allowing it to directly administer federal funds for housing preservation and resident support initiatives.