FY 2025 Continuum of Care Competition and Youth Homeless Demonstration Program Grants NOFO

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has released the FY 2025 Continuum of Care (CoC) Competition and Youth Homeless Demonstration Program (YHDP) Grants Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) (FR-6901-N-25). This NOFO, currently under a preliminary injunction, outlines funding of approximately $3.9 billion for programs aimed at ending homelessness. Key objectives include promoting community commitment to ending homelessness, rehousing individuals and families, facilitating access to mainstream programs, and optimizing self-sufficiency. The NOFO emphasizes a shift from the "Housing First" approach, prioritizing treatment, economic independence, and public safety. It introduces a two-track application process with different deadlines for normal and extended (new Permanent Housing projects) submissions. Eligible applicants include various government entities, public housing authorities, Native American tribal governments and organizations, and 501(c)(3) nonprofits. The program requires a 25% cost-sharing or matching contribution, with exceptions for YHDP Renewal or replacement projects. The NOFO details program components such as transitional housing, supportive services only, HMIS, and permanent housing, and outlines changes in competition and reallocation processes. It also highlights the importance of faith-based organizations' participation and adherence to non-discrimination policies.

The OMB Form 2501-0044, with an expiration date of February 28, 2027, is designed for award applicants and recipients to provide indirect cost information. This form is crucial for federal program and assistance listing program titles, requiring the legal name of the applicant/recipient. It offers three options for indirect cost calculation: not charging indirect costs, using a de minimis rate as per 2 CFR 200.414(f), or applying approved indirect cost rates detailed in a provided table. The table requires information such as agency/department, indirect cost rate, type of direct cost base, and type of rate. The form also specifies whether it's an initial submission or an update, along with effective dates. A certification by an authorized representative is mandatory, affirming the truthfulness and completeness of the information, with a warning about penalties for false statements. The document also includes instructions for completing each section, detailing how to enter program titles, legal names, and specific indirect cost rate information, including guidance for simplified allocation and multiple allocation base methods, as well as for government agencies.

The "Certification of Consistency with the Consolidated Plan" (Form HUD-2991) is a mandatory document for applicants seeking federal housing and urban development grants. It certifies that proposed projects align with the jurisdiction's approved Consolidated Plan. This form, authorized under Section 102 of the Department of Housing and Urban Development Reform Act of 1989, ensures accountability and integrity in HUD-administered assistance programs. Applicants must provide details such as their name, project name and location, the federal program they are applying to, and the certifying jurisdiction. Failure to provide accurate information can lead to processing delays, sanctions, and penalties. The information submitted is not confidential and may be made public. The form includes warnings about criminal and civil penalties for submitting false claims or statements, emphasizing the importance of truthfulness and accuracy under penalty of perjury.

Form HUD 2996, titled "Certification for Opportunity Zones Preference Points," is a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) form used by applicants seeking federal grants to certify their proposed activities or projects' alignment with Opportunity Zone objectives. The form gathers information on the applicant organization, assistance listing and federal program names, funding opportunity details, and specific Opportunity Zone Census Tracts that will benefit from the proposed activities. Applicants must indicate whether their projects occur solely within, partially within, or outside Opportunity Zones while still providing substantial and direct benefits to them. They also estimate the percentage of federal funding that will directly benefit these zones. A narrative explaining how the project supports public and private investment in Opportunity Zones is required. The form lists various project natures or purposes, such as economic development, housing, education, and infrastructure. It includes a warning about false claims and requires certification by an authorized representative, affirming the accuracy of the provided information and the representative's authority. The form highlights the importance of this information for HUD to carry out its responsibilities, ensure accountability, and notes that failure to provide required information may delay processing or result in penalties. The information is not confidential and may be publicly available.

The “Certification for a Drug-Free Workplace” form, issued by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), requires applicants seeking federal grant funding to certify their commitment to maintaining a drug-free workplace. This certification involves publishing a policy prohibiting unlawful drug activity, establishing a drug-free awareness program, and ensuring all employees engaged in grant performance receive a copy of this statement. Employees must agree to abide by the policy and notify their employer of any criminal drug statute convictions occurring in the workplace within five calendar days. Employers, in turn, must notify HUD within ten calendar days of such convictions and take appropriate personnel action or require participation in a drug abuse assistance program within 30 days. The form also mandates listing all work performance sites, including detailed addresses. This certification is crucial for obtaining federal grant benefits, and the information provided is not confidential and may be made public. False claims and statements are subject to severe penalties.

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