VA GPD Transition In Place NOFO
ID: 361015Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Homeless Providers Grant and Per Diem Program (VA-HPGPDP)

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofits Without 501(c)(3) Status

Funding Category

Housing

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/361015

Additional Information

https://www.va.gov/HOMELESS/GPD.asp
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is offering new grants under the Homeless Providers Grant and Per Diem (GPD) Transition in Place (TIP) program, aimed at supporting community-based organizations in providing transitional housing and supportive services to homeless Veterans. The program anticipates awarding approximately 40 grants for a total of 600 TIP beds over three years, with the goal of enabling Veterans to assume leases and achieve permanent housing within a timeframe of 6-12 months. This initiative is critical in addressing homelessness among Veterans, aligning with the President's priorities to enhance care and services for this population. Interested applicants, including nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, must submit their applications by February 17, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time, and can contact Chelsea Watson at GPDgrants@va.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    GPDgrants@va.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    VA NOFO Grant and Per Diem FY 2027 Transition in Place Final 12-12-2025 signed.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is offering new grants under the Homeless Providers Grant and Per Diem (GPD) Transition in Place (TIP) program. This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) aims to provide approximately 40 grants for 600 TIP beds over three years, starting October 1, 2026. The program supports community-based organizations in offering transitional housing and supportive services to homeless Veterans, enabling them to assume leases and achieve permanent housing within 6-12 months. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(19) nonprofit organizations, state/local government agencies, and federally recognized Indian Tribal governments, requiring active SAM.gov registration. The application deadline is February 17, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Key performance indicators include permanent housing exits (75% target), Veteran employment (70% target), and negative exits (20% or less target).
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