Funding Availability
Homeless Services at the County of San Luis Obispo facilitates a number of grant opportunities intended to bring more affordable permanent housing, interim and emergency housing solutions, supportive services, and housing loss prevention programs in San Luis Obispo County.
Housing and service providers are encouraged to review and apply to available and applicable funding opportunities.
Active Grant Opportunities
County of San Luis Obispo 2025 Action Plan Notice of Funding Availability
The Department of Social Services Homeless Services Division is excited to announce the Notice of Funding Availability for the 2025 Action Plan.
The Department of Housing and Urban Development annually locates the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), and HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME) to meet community development needs. These funds can be used to address the needs of low- and moderate-income individuals by creating, preserving and maintaining diverse housing or shelter opportunities, reducing the number of individuals or families experiencing homelessness, building affordable housing, stabilizing and revitalizing neighborhoods, and increasing economic opportunities.Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) funding from the California Department of Housing and Community Development can be used for housing-related projects and programs that assist in addressing unmet housing needs. County General Funds may be used for homelessness-related programs and emergency shelters. Title 29 Affordable Housing Funds are eligible for affordable housing projects in designated areas within the county.
2025 Action Plan - Request for Proposals
Eligible Applicants
Eligible applicants for funds include private nonprofits, private for-profit entities (economic development activities only), governmental agencies (such as a public housing authority or a park district), and units of general local government (such as a city participating in the urban county).
How to Apply
Applications are accepted electronically via Neighborly Software only. The Action Plan NOFA scoring rubrics and application documents are available in the Action Plan 2025 folder under Documents in the left column.
New users must first register in their account on Neighborly before accessing the participant portal.
If applicants have technical difficulties, they can email Neighborly Technical Support at
[email protected].
Application Deadline
The application in Neighborly including all required attachments must be submitted by October 6, 2024, 11:59pm.
Grant Information Session
An applicant workshop for all prospective applicants will be held via Zoom on September 6, 2024, from 1:00pm - 2:00pm. Attendance is optional. Attendees will be informed of grant specific requirements and have an opportunity to ask questions.
Click the link to download the presentation.
Applicant Software Training Session
An applicant software training workshop for all prospective applicants will be held via Zoom on September 12, 2024, from 9:00am - 10:00am. The applicant software training workshop is required to learn how to submit an application via the Neighborly software portal. The training will be recorded, however, applicants are strongly encouraged to attend the live training session.
Click the link to download a subrecipient user guide.
Applicant Office Hours Application Office Hours will be held via Zoom on September 23, 2024, from 2:00pm - 3:00pm to answer any questions relating to the applications and application process.
To attend the office hours:
Join the Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86515135878?pwd=mFbXznMCyDNPb7OPZ3I2AN0Fue7Z0P.1
Meeting ID: 865 1513 5878
Passcode: 302209
All questions (requests for interpretations or corrections) pertaining to the content of this NOFA must be made in writing through the County's Homeless Services Division email ([email protected]) by 3:00pm on September 30, 2024. Requests submitted after said date may not be considered.
San Luis Obispo County Continuum of Care Program Competition - Fiscal Year (FY) 2024
View the FY2024 Consolidated Application
CoC FY24 Annual Program Competition - Priority Listing
| PRIORITY LISTING | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TIER 1 | ||||
| Rank | Agency | Project Name | New or Renewal | Request |
| 1 | County | HMIS | Renewal | $61,160 |
| 2 | TMHA | SLO City PSH | Renewal | $832,620 |
| 3 | CAPSLO | Coordinated Entry | Renewal | $293,139 |
| TIER 1/TIER 2 STRADDLE | ||||
| 4 | Lumina Alliance | DV RRH | Renewal | $150,438 |
| BONUS | ||||
| 1 | People's Self-Help Housing | Housing Supportive Services | New | $261,591 |
| DV BONUS | ||||
| 1 | Lumina Alliance | DV RRH Expansion | New | $326,989 |
Questions?
If you have other questions about the CoC Program Competition Grant, please send your questions to [email protected].
Awarded Funds - 2024
The Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) fund is intended to assist people experiencing or at risk of homelessness by addressing unmet housing-related needs. PLHA is allocated by the California Department of Housing and Community Development and administered locally by the County of San Luis Obispo.
PLHA fund allocations are listed below:
|
AGENCY |
PROGRAM |
AMOUNT |
|---|---|---|
|
5Cities Homeless Coalition |
Emergency Shelter Program |
$423,984.90 |
|
5Cities Homeless Coalition |
Rapid Re-Housing and Homeless Prevention Program |
$50,439.60 |
|
5Cities Homeless Coalition |
Street Outreach |
$66,456.15 |
|
Housing Authority of SLO |
Arroyo Terrace Apartments |
$74,798.00 |
|
Community Action Partnership SLO |
Prado Homeless Services Center |
$40,545.00 |
|
Housing Trust Fund |
Housing Trust Fund |
$373,994.50 |
|
El Camino Homeless Organization |
Atascadero & Paso Robles Shelter Services |
$94,580.00 |
The Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) Program funds evidence-based efforts to end and prevent homelessness in local communities. HHAP is distributed to local jurisdictions by the California Interagency Council on Homelessness and administered locally by the County of San Luis Obispo.
HHAP fund allocations are listed below:
|
AGENCY |
PROGRAM |
AMOUNT |
|---|---|---|
|
5Cities Homeless Coalition |
Emergency Shelter Program |
$1,237,137.62 |
|
5Cities Homeless Coalition |
Countywide Transitional-Age Youth Program |
$615,655.52 |
|
Community Action Partnership SLO |
Prado Homeless Services Center |
$1,400,000.00 |
|
People's Self-Help Housing |
Calle Joaquin Homekey |
$100,000.00 |
|
Restorative Partners, Inc. |
The Path Forward Project |
$100,000.00 |
|
El Camino Homeless Organization |
Atascadero & Paso Robles Shelter Services |
$1,000,000.00 |
|
Housing Authority of SLO |
North County Permanent Supportive Housing and Shelter Services |
$200,000.00 |
Senate Bill (SB) 1090 is intended to mitigate community impacts anticipated by the decommissioning of the Diablo Canyon Power Plant and stipulated funds to support affordable housing in the region.
SB 1090 fund allocations are listed below:
|
AGENCY |
PROGRAM |
AMOUNT |
|---|---|---|
|
People's Self-Help Housing |
Calle Joaquin Homekey |
$2,600,000.00 |
|
El Camino Homeless Organization |
Atascadero & Paso Robles Shelter Services |
$303,360.00 |
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) supports projects that build stronger, more resilient communities. These project interests can involve infrastructure, economic development, housing rehabilitation, homeowner assistance, etc.
CDBG fund allocations are listed below:
|
AGENCY |
PROGRAM |
AMOUNT |
|---|---|---|
|
Housing Authority of SLO |
Monterey Crossing Senior Apartments |
$309,884.00 |
|
Housing Authority of SLO |
Arroyo Terrace Apartments |
$425,672.00 |
|
Community Action Partnership SLO |
Minor Home Repair |
$103,825.00 |
|
Community Action Partnership SLO |
Prado Homeless Services Center |
$143,402.00 |
|
Community Action Partnership SLO |
Adult Day Center |
$15,200.00 |
|
El Camino Homeless Organization |
Atascadero & Paso Robles Shelter Services |
$63,084.00 |
|
5Cities Homeless Coalition |
Rapid Re-Housing and Homeless Prevention Program |
$32,279.00 |
|
Atascadero |
Youth Scholarships |
$13,103.00 |
|
Atascadero |
Viejo Camino Barrier Removal Project |
$91,442.00 |
|
Arroyo Grande |
Curb Ramp and Sidewalk Improvement Project |
$61,805.00 |
|
Morro Bay |
Quintana Road ADA Improvements |
$39,291.00 |
|
Paso Robles |
Riverside Avenue |
$134,981.00 |
|
County of SLO |
Homeless Management Information System |
$14,875.00 |
HUD Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) programs quickly assist people in regaining stability in permanent housing after experiencing a housing crisis or homelessness. ESG funds can be used for programs like street outreach, emergency shelter, homelessness prevention, rapid re-housing assistance, and Homeless Management Information Systems.
These funds are administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
HUD-ESG fund allocations are listed below:
|
AGENCY |
PROGRAM |
AMOUNT |
|---|---|---|
|
Community Action Partnership SLO |
Prado Homeless Services Center |
$44,936.10 |
|
El Camino Homeless Organization |
Atascadero & Paso Robles Shelter Services |
$44,936.10 |
|
5Cities Homeless Coalition |
Rapid Re-Housing and Homeless Prevention Program |
$48,683.80 |
HCD Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) programs quickly assist people in regaining stability in permanent housing after experiencing a housing crisis or homelessness. ESG funds can be used for programs like street outreach, emergency shelter, homelessness prevention, rapid re-housing assistance, and Homeless Management Information Systems.
These funds are administered by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD).
HCD-ESG fund allocations are listed below:
|
AGENCY |
PROGRAM |
AMOUNT |
|---|---|---|
|
Community Action Partnership SLO |
Prado Homeless Services Center |
$20,626.46 |
|
El Camino Homeless Organization |
Atascadero & Paso Robles Shelter Services |
$20,626.50 |
|
5Cities Homeless Coalition |
Rapid Re-Housing and Homeless Prevention Program |
$43,179.60 |
|
Lumina Alliance |
Emergency Shelter and Supportive Services |
$20,626.44 |
Title 29 supports affordable housing by granting subsidies to eligible affordable housing projects.
Title 29 fund allocations are listed below:
|
AGENCY |
PROGRAM |
AMOUNT |
|---|---|---|
|
Housing Authority of SLO |
Monterey Crossing Senior Apartments |
$228,641.00 |
|
Housing Authority of SLO |
Arroyo Terrace Apartments |
$199,884.00 |
|
People's Self-Help Housing |
Rolling Hills III |
$89,978.00 |
HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) is designed to create affordable housing for low-income households. As the largest federal block grant, HOME funds diverse activities and projects like building, buying, or rehabilitating housing for rent or even home ownership. There is even flexibility in the program that allows direct rental assistance for those qualified.
HOME fund allocations are listed below:
|
AGENCY |
PROGRAM |
AMOUNT |
|---|---|---|
|
People's Self-Help Housing |
Rolling Hills III |
$730,414.00 |
|
5Cities Homeless Coalition |
Rapid Re-Housing and Homeless Prevention Program |
$73,781.00 |
HOME-ARP provides additional funding to participating HOME jurisdictions. These funds are used to create stable housing and reduce homelessness in local communities. Eligible funding activities include tenant-based rental assistance, production/preservation of affordable housing, supportive services, or the purchase and development of non-congregate shelter.
HOME-ARP fund allocations are listed below:
|
AGENCY |
PROGRAM |
AMOUNT |
|---|---|---|
|
People's Self-Help Housing |
Rolling Hills III |
$322,923.00 |
|
California Rural Legal Assistance |
Legal Services for SLO County Residents |
$100,000.00 |
|
Community Action Partnership SLO |
Prado Homeless Services Center |
$64,677.00 |
|
Transitions-Mental Health Association |
Bridge Housing |
$164,247.00 |
General Funds are used by the County of SLO to fund essential services and needs - part of these funds are reserved to fund homeless service projects and programs.
General Fund allocations are listed below:
|
AGENCY |
PROGRAM |
AMOUNT |
|---|---|---|
|
Community Action Partnership SLO |
Prado Homeless Services Center |
$177,929.90 |
|
El Camino Homeless Organization |
Atascadero & Paso Robles Shelter Services |
$78,289.90 |
|
5Cities Homeless Coalition |
Street Outreach |
$66,280.20 |
|
Lumina Alliance |
Emergency Shelter and Support Services for Domestic Violence Survivors |
$39,000.00 |
|
SLO Food Bank |
No Cook Bags |
$17,500.00 |
|
Housing Trust Fund |
Housing Trust Fund |
$38,555.00 |
