McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act 

This is the primary federal legislation governing homeless assistance programs. It provides funding for emergency shelters, transitional housing, and supportive services. 

Coordinated Entry Systems (CES)

streamline homelessness services via centralized access, standardized assessments, and referrals, enhancing efficiency and collaboration among providers. 

Emergency Shelters and Transitional Housing 

These provide immediate relief for those in crisis and can serve as a stepping stone to permanent housing. 

Continuum of Care (CoC) 

Administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), this program provides funding for community-based efforts to address homelessness 

Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) 

This program helps low-income families afford housing in the private market by providing rental assistance directly to landlords. 

The Family Unification Program (FUP) 

This program provides housing vouchers to families who are involved with child welfare services and are at risk of homelessnes 

Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP) 

This initiative targets homeless youth by providing funding to communities to develop and implement strategies to prevent and end youth homelessness. 

National Housing Trust Fund (NHTF) 

A federal program that provides grants to states to build, rehabilitate, and operate rental housing for extremely low-income households. 

Project-based Rental Assistance 

This program allows for long-term rental assistance tied to specific units, ensuring that those in need have stable housing 

Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services

Increasing access to mental health care and substance abuse treatment can address issues that may contribute to homelessness.