Tribal Homeless Housing, Assistance & Prevention Grants
The California Department of Housing & Community Development (HCD) is now accepting applications for the Tribal Homeless Housing, Assistance & Prevention (Tribal HHAP) grant program, with a total of $28.5M in available funding.
The program provides flexible funding to California federally recognized tribes for a variety of unique, culturally responsive interventions to prevent and address homelessness in their communities. The program supports tribal self-determination by allowing tribes to design and implement solutions that best meet their specific needs
California federally recognized tribes are the only applicants able to receive Tribal HHAP funding, however tribes may partner with other organizations or may designate other individuals or entities to complete the application on their behalf, provided the proper tribal authority signs and certifies the application.
Eligible Uses:
- Permanent housing solutions
- Homelessness prevention
- Interim housing solutions
- Non-housing solutions & services
Applicants are encouraged to apply a culturally appropriate lens to each category, ensuring that programs are customized to meet the needs of their population.
The grant application deadline is January 16, 2026
About the HCD
The California HCD is responsible for promoting safe, affordable homes and inclusive, sustainable communities.
It addresses the state's housing crisis by developing policy, administering grants and loans for affordable housing projects, and ensuring local governments plan for their community's housing needs.
