Organizations throughout Wisconsin that provide emergency shelter, transitional residences, and extremely low-income housing are encouraged to apply for grants from the WHEDA Foundation, according to a recent press release.
Administered by the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority, the WHEDA Foundation Housing Grant Program aims to improve housing for community members with complex needs, such as individuals who have developmental or intellectual disabilities, people who are experiencing intimate partner violence, individuals with incomes at or below 30% of the area median income, youth experiencing homelessness, and people with mental and behavioral health conditions. Grants of up to $50,000 are available in two categories — emergency/transitional housing and permanent housing.
The WHEDA Foundation will award $2 million for the 2024 cycle, with awards to be announced in December 2024. The grants are for physical improvements such as rehabilitation, accessibility features, and new construction. There is no minimum grant size.
Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations or cooperatives organized under Chapters 181, 185, or 187 of the Wisconsin statutes; community development, redevelopment, and housing authorities; and local government, including Native American tribal authorities. Applications are due on Monday, Aug. 12, by 11:59 p.m.
Complete program details and application materials are available here.
