The California Department of Housing and Community Development
(HCD) and the California Department of Corrections and
Rehabilitation (CDCR) have launched a new $16 million federally
funded initiative to support individuals exiting incarceration.
This Reentry Housing Pilot Project (RHPP) aims to reduce
homelessness and recidivism by providing stable housing and
comprehensive services for formerly incarcerated individuals
reentering communities.
Program Goals:
This program addresses the high risk of homelessness faced by
formerly incarcerated people—who are nearly 10 times more likely to experience
homelessness than the general public. Through permanent supportive housing and tailored
services, the RHPP seeks to improve public safety and promote
successful community reintegration by increasing access to
housing, employment, education, and health care services.
Funding Details:
Amount: $16 million from the U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under the HOME American
Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP).
Who Can Apply: Organizations with proven
experience in developing and managing transitional and supportive
housing for the reentry population. Projects that receive funding
through this grant must be located in an Eligible
State HOME-ARP jurisdiction.
Application Deadline: December 31, 2024
Awards Announced: Early Summer of 2025
To learn more about the program, eligibility requirements, and
application process, please click here.
