ARCH

08/17/2026

Grateful for the recognition! Thank you, Serve Alabama, for acknowledging ARCH and the work we are privileged to do throughout rural Alabama.

We remain committed to strengthening communities, expanding access to housing, and advancing solutions to end homelessness.

Together We Impact! 37 Counties. ONE ARCH. 🧡💚

Happy ! 🎉 Today we celebrate the incredible impact of ALL nonprofits across Alabama and beyond. The organizations listed here are just a few examples of the many making a difference every day. Thank you to every volunteer, organization, and supporter working tirelessly to strengthen our communities. Together, we’re building a safer, more resilient Alabama! 💪❤️

08/10/2026

Late today, August 10, 2026, ARCH received the following update issued by HUD through the SNAPS Competition Listserv:

Due to the court’s order, the 2026 CoC NOFO and its August 26, 2026, application submission deadline are no longer in force as HUD is unable to accept applications at this time. HUD will communicate further guidance and additional updates via the SNAPS Competition Listserv and HUD.gov as they become available. A PDF copy of the 2026 CoC NOFO remains available for informational purposes on the CoC competition page on HUD.gov.

Based on HUD’s announcement, ARCH is pausing the AL-507 FY2026 local CoC Competition and all related competition activities pending further direction from HUD.

Prior to receiving this notification, ARCH had been proceeding with the local competition, including the Ranking and Review process, in accordance with the published FY2026 NOFO and HUD-established timeline.

At this time, applicants should discontinue work in e-snaps and should not submit project applications. ARCH will not finalize or publish project rankings, funding recommendations, or other local competition determinations while the competition is paused.

No action is required from CoC stakeholders at this time.

ARCH will continue to monitor official HUD communications and will provide updates to applicants and CoC stakeholders as additional guidance becomes available. Updates will also be posted on the ARCH website for public transparency.

Thank you for your continued partnership.

Alabama Rural Coalition for the Homeless (ARCH)
Collaborative Applicant | AL-507 Alabama Balance of State Continuum of Care

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08/05/2026

A big thank you to the ARCH staff for the many hours spent organizing and assembling the FY 2026 CoC Competition Ranking & Review Committee binders. Our goal is to provide committee members with a clear, organized, and easy-to-follow resource that supports a fair, transparent, and consistent review process for every application.

These binders include the materials needed to help committee members evaluate projects based on the established local competition process and HUD requirements. We know the responsibility of serving on the Ranking & Review Committee is significant, and we appreciate each member’s willingness to dedicate their time and expertise to this important work.

Thank you to everyone working behind the scenes to ensure the Alabama Balance of State Continuum of Care competition is conducted with integrity, transparency, and a shared commitment to ending homelessness across our communities.

Now…back to work!

07/27/2026

Ending homelessness takes all of us.

At ARCH, we know that no single organization can address homelessness alone. It takes strong partnerships among service providers, healthcare organizations, businesses, landlords, faith communities, local leaders, funders, and community members working together to create real pathways to housing and stability.

Across the Alabama Balance of State Continuum of Care, ARCH works to strengthen these connections and build a coordinated response that reaches individuals and families experiencing homelessness in our rural communities.

There is a place for you in this work. Partner with us. Become an ARCH stakeholder. Learn more about the homeless response system. Follow our work and help us share resources and opportunities throughout our communities.

Visit www.archconnection.org to learn more.

Together We Impact! 37 Counties.

ARCH is a full-service homelessness response agency serving rural Alabama — ARCH Academy™ training pipeline, HUD-designated lead for HMIS and Coordinated Entry for AL-507, Collaborative Applicant for the Balance of State CoC, and administrator of federal disaster and housing programs.

07/15/2026

A Landmark Step Forward for Housing in America!

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is now law, marking the most significant bipartisan federal housing legislation in decades. This legislation focuses on expanding the nation's housing supply, reducing unnecessary barriers to development, improving disaster recovery efforts, modernizing manufactured housing, and strengthening key HUD housing programs.

For those of us working every day to end homelessness, this legislation is especially meaningful. While it is not a homelessness-specific bill, several provisions have the potential to improve outcomes for people experiencing homelessness by:

✅ Increasing the supply of affordable housing.
✅ Expanding opportunities through public housing modernization, including additional Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) units.
✅ Supporting faster disaster recovery to help communities restore housing after disasters.
✅ Encouraging more affordable housing development in both rural and urban communities.

At ARCH, we know that housing affordability and homelessness are inseparable. Increasing the availability of safe, decent, and affordable housing is one of the most effective long-term strategies to prevent and end homelessness.

Read the full bill here:
https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/6644

Summary of H.R.6644 - 119th Congress (2025-2026): 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act

07/09/2026

We’re excited to introduce a redesigned website that’s easier to navigate and packed with valuable resources for our partners, providers, and communities.

Explore funding information, Coordinated Entry resources, training opportunities, news, and more, all in one place.

Visit us today at www.archconnection.org and see what’s new!

ARCH is a full-service homelessness response agency serving rural Alabama — ARCH Academy™ training pipeline, HUD-designated lead for HMIS and Coordinated Entry for AL-507, Collaborative Applicant for the Balance of State CoC, and administrator of federal disaster and housing programs.

06/03/2026

Housing opportunities may be available in Escambia County (Brewton) for eligible individuals and families.

To be considered, households must be experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness, complete a Coordinated Entry assessment, and meet any applicable eligibility requirements.

📞 Coordinated Entry: 334-273-0668
📧 [email protected]

Please share with anyone who may benefit from this opportunity.

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.