VA GPD Per Diem Only NOFO

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is offering a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for its Homeless Providers Grant and Per Diem (GPD) program, specifically for Per Diem Only (PDO) and Service Centers (SC). This grant aims to provide supportive housing services to facilitate Veteran engagement in permanent housing, with awards expected to cover a three-year period starting October 1, 2026. Approximately 350 PDO grants for transitional supportive housing beds (totaling around 10,500 beds) and 15 SC grants will be awarded. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(19) nonprofit organizations, state/local government agencies, and federally recognized Indian Tribal governments. Applications are due by 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time on February 18, 2026, and require an active registration in SAM.gov with a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and an Employer Identification Number (EIN). The NOFO details five transitional supportive housing bed models (Bridge Housing, Clinical Treatment, Hospital to Housing, Low Demand, and Service Intensive) and outlines performance metrics, allowable costs, and post-award requirements such as inspections, payment procedures, and reporting.