GPD Program Special Need Grant

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a funding opportunity through the Grant and Per Diem (GPD) Special Need Grant program. They are providing approximately $5 million per year for up to 2 years in order to assist 16 GPD special need grantees. This financially aids them to offer transitional housing and support services for eligible veterans. The funding supports veterans who are homeless or likely to become homeless, especially within certain demographics such as the chronically mentally ill, frail elderly, minor dependents caregivers, terminally ill, and women.

This renewed funding is designed to help cover costs associated with providing private supportive housing accommodation for homeless veterans with special needs. The funding will cover operational expenses that are specific to the needs of these individuals, such as private rooms and bathrooms.

The application process begins now with the financial support set to begin on or around October 1, 2024. The deadline for applications is firm and set for 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time on April 15, 2024. Any applications received after this exact time will be considered ineligible. To avoid any potential problems, applicants are encouraged to submit their applications well in advance.

Applications should be submitted electronically using the instructions provided on the official program website, and must come in as a complete, single package. Any materials sent separately will not be considered as part of the application and may result in the application being rejected or not granted funding. While completing the online application form, applicants are advised to refer to the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for further instructions.

For more details and applying, visit: https://www.va.gov/homeless/gpd.asp. Please note that the applications should not be emailed, mailed, or sent by fax.