New grants for housing and homelessness
A new Alaska funding opportunity aims to address the needs of those experiencing homelessness or who are housing insecure through supports, housing assistance and outreach. The Alaska Housing Finance Corp. is providing up to 10 awards through the Basic Housing Assistance Program and the Next Generation Stabilization Program.
We are amplifying the opportunity and encouraging organizations who haven’t received these funds in the past to apply.
Key dates and deadlines
Nov. 12: Anchorage Continuum of Care informational meeting. To help Anchorage organizations apply, staff of the Anchorage Coalition to End Homelessness will host a virtual Q and A session on Nov. 12, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Click here to register.
Nov. 14: Deadline for interested organizations to submit their intent to apply through a simple, short form. Click here for the intent to apply form. This a small but essential step! Those that register by Nov. 14, 4:30 p.m., will get a notification that provides access to the AHFC file sharing system to submit a full proposal.
Nov. 19: Applicants that submit an intent to apply will be invited to a pre-application Q and A session hosted by the Alaska Housing Finance Corp.
Dec. 15: Application deadline, 4:30 p.m. Forms are available on the AHFC funding opportunities page.
More on the NOFA
Read the full Notice of Funding Availability for details.
This is a new funding opportunity with $2 million available statewide in two areas:
Traditional Basic Housing Assistance Program (BHAP)
This includes street outreach, homeless prevention and rapid rehousing. Projects will help homeless individuals and families sleep in safe and sanitary conditions and address barriers to stable, permanent housing. Total available: $500,000. Up to five awards of up to $100,000 each.
Next Generation Stabilization Program
This will help small communities off the road system provide short-term rental assistance to those experiencing homelessness. The goal is to get people off the streets and out of shelters into stable housing. Total available: $1.5 million. Up to five awards of up to $300,000 each.
Who should apply?
501(c)(3) nonprofits or regional housing authorities in Alaska that serve people experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. Applications may be individual agencies or community collaboratives.
Why this matters for our community
This is an opportunity to strengthen Anchorage’s coordinated response, deepen partnerships and ensure resources are aligned across outreach, housing placement, landlord engagement and stabilization supports.
Next steps:
Submit an intent to apply.
Review the Notice of Funding Availability
Attend the informational meeting.
Apply!
Contact:
Statewide Homeless Housing Office
Alaska Housing Finance Corporation
P.O. Box 101020
Anchorage, Alaska 99510
907-330-8255
BHAP@ahfc.us