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06/01/2026

🚨 HUD FY 2026 CONTINUUM OF CARE (CoC) NOFO HAS ARRIVED! 🚨

The FY 2026 HUD Continuum of Care (CoC) Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is now available, and the Alabama Balance of State Continuum of Care is encouraging all stakeholders to begin reviewing the guidance immediately.

If your organization is considering applying for funding, now is the time to:

✅ Review eligible project components
✅ Assess community needs and service gaps
✅ Explore partnerships and collaborative opportunities
✅ Begin gathering required documentation
✅ Participate in upcoming CoC planning and technical assistance opportunities

HUD continues to emphasize strategic investments that address homelessness through housing, supportive services, coordinated systems, and community partnerships.

ARCH strongly encourages agencies, nonprofits, local governments, housing providers, behavioral health providers, faith-based organizations, and other stakeholders to engage early in the process.

Additional guidance, local competition timelines, technical assistance opportunities, and application information will be shared soon. For questions, please email [email protected].

https://files.simpler.grants.gov/opportunities/18c6dc79-e5dd-42e9-aca5-b35c5d26eded/attachments/0ead4b33-e9a1-4934-92b3-65ed41847905/Foa_Content_of_CPD-2600-DC-0025.pdf

Together We Impact! 37 Counties.

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06/01/2026

On May 29, 2026, HUD released the 2025 Annual Homelessness Assessment Report (AHAR) to Congress, providing the most recent national and state-level data on homelessness in the United States.

Key findings for Alabama include:

✅4,137 total people experiencing homelessness
✅3,347 homeless individuals
✅790 people in families with children
✅157 unaccompanied youth
✅214 veterans experiencing homelessness
✅505 individuals experiencing chronic homelessness

The report indicates that Alabama experienced a 10.1% decrease in homelessness from 2024 and a 24.1% decrease since 2007.

At the same time, the report found that 53.8% of people experiencing homelessness in Alabama were unsheltered, highlighting the continued need for outreach, housing resources, supportive services, and community collaboration.

These findings help inform housing policy, funding priorities, outreach efforts, and community responses to homelessness across Alabama and the nation.

As the Alabama Balance of State Continuum of Care serving 37 counties, we remain committed to coordinating efforts that help individuals and families access safe, stable housing and the services needed to achieve long-term housing success.

We encourage stakeholders, providers, elected officials, and community members to review the report and learn more about homelessness trends in Alabama and across the nation.

Together We Impact! 37 Counties.

📄 Full Report:https://www.huduser.gov/portal/sites/default/files/pdf/2025-AHAR-Part-1.pdf

05/25/2026

Thinking about applying for Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funding?

Before applying, HUD and ADECA require ESG applicants to coordinate and consult with the Continuum of Care (CoC) during the application and project planning process.

Early communication with the CoC helps strengthen applications, improve coordination, and ensure projects align with community needs and ESG requirements.

Need technical assistance or have questions?📩 [email protected]

PY2026 ESG Applications to ADECA are due Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 12:00 Noon.

Together We Impact! 37 Counties.

05/22/2026

FY2025 HUD CoC Program Award Announcement !

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has announced FY2025 Continuum of Care Program renewal funding awards, supporting critical homelessness response efforts across the country.

We are proud to share that TWO agencies within the Alabama Balance of State CoC received PY2025 HUD CoC Renewal Program funding awards totaling $552,183.

Congratulations to: Auburn UMC Mission and Outreach Auburn United Methodist Church and Turning Point Alabama (DV provider).

These investments support ongoing efforts to address homelessness and strengthen housing stability across Alabama’s rural communities.

Together We Impact! 37 Counties.

05/20/2026

📩 Check your emails!

ARCH has sent the 2026 HUD CoC NOFO Update and Early Planning Guidance through Constant Contact.

Not receiving our emails but interested in staying informed and involved?
Email [email protected] and say “ADD ME.”

Together We Impact! 37 Counties.

05/20/2026

HUD 2026 CoC NOFO Update!

The future of homelessness funding is evolving, and now is the time for providers, local governments, nonprofits, faith based organizations, and community partners to begin preparing.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has announced that the 2026 Continuum of Care (CoC) NOFO is expected by June 1, 2026, with awards anticipated by December 1, 2026.

Key areas of focus include:
✅Transitional Housing
✅Rapid Rehousing
✅Permanent Supportive Housing
✅Street Outreach and Supportive Services
✅Mental Health and Substance Use Treatment
✅Employment Assistance and Job Training
✅Childcare and Outpatient Healthcare

As you review this information, pay close attention to the eligible uses of funding and the increased emphasis on partnerships, supportive services, and community collaboration.

ARCH strongly encourages agencies considering applying for funding to engage with the CoC early, participate in weekly technical assistance calls, and seek guidance before the NOFO is released.

Together We Impact! 37 Counties.

05/13/2026

ARCH is available to assist organizations seeking ESG application-related technical assistance and required Continuum of Care documentation for ADECA ESG applications.

Organizations are encouraged to participate in our weekly CoC Technical Assistance Calls held Tuesdays at 11:00 AM to better understand local priorities, system coordination, and available support.

📧 [email protected]
🌐 archconnection.org
📞 334-273-0668

Together We Impact! 37 Counties.

04/22/2026

ARCH recognizes that April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and stands in support of survivors across our rural communities.

Sexual violence remains a significant driver of homelessness, particularly for women, youth, and survivors of domestic violence. Too often, individuals are forced to choose between unsafe living situations and having no housing at all. This is a systemic failure that demands a coordinated response.

ARCH maintains that safety must be treated as a foundational component of housing. Through our coordinated entry system, survivors are prioritized and connected to confidential, trauma-informed housing and supportive services. This includes intentional efforts to reduce barriers, protect client choice, and ensure dignity throughout the process.

This month serves as a critical reminder that awareness alone is insufficient. Rural communities must strengthen safe referral pathways, expand survivor-centered housing options, and align policies that actively protect those impacted by violence.
Survivors deserve access to stable, permanent housing without conditions that compromise their safety. Housing is not separate from safety; it is central to it.

04/22/2026

📣 Housing Opportunity – York, AL

The York Housing Authority is hosting a Walk-In Application Event to help individuals and families apply for housing on the spot.

📅 April 29 or May 6 | 10 AM – 2 PM
📍 209 E 5th Ave, York, AL
✅ No appointment needed
🏠 Waiting list open (1, 2, & 4 BR) | 3 BR coming soon

Bring ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and proof of income.

📞 205-392-5071

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