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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on September 25, 2020.

For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in California, we recommend that you visit the Secretary of State's website or the California COVID-19 portal.

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Description of Program and Relief

Funding for Providers of Shelter for Homeless Individuals and Families through Project Homekey

Under Project Homekey, the State of California is awarding $600 million in funding from a combination of federal and state sources to support agencies and local government authorities providing shelter for individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness and at risk of medical complications from COVID-19. Awarded funds can be applied towards purchasing or renovating hotels, motels, and vacant apartment buildings for conversion into permanent, long-term housing for those experiencing homelessness.

Government or Lead Agency

Office of the Governor of California, California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD)

Dates Available

Currently available

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

Project Homekey funding applicants must first partake in a pre-application process with HCD and/or the California Department of General Services by August 13, 2020. To request a pre-application consultation, please email: homekey@hcd.ca.gov.

Award recipients will have until December 30, 2020 to expend federal funds and until June 30, 2022 to expend state funds received through the program.

Geographical limitations also apply. HCD has divided the state into eight regions with each region having funding reserved on a time-limited basis during the “priority application” period.

Application Deadlines

Due to expenditure deadlines, and the potential for program oversubscription, eligible applicants are encouraged to submit their completed application as soon as possible. Pre-application consultations and the priority application period end on August 13, 2020. The final application due date is September 29, 2020.

Contact for More Information

Email Homekey@hcd.ca.gov with questions and requests for technical assistance.

List of Additional Information

For official guidance regarding guidelines and deadlines for funding, please see here and here.

Please see here for the Office of the Governor’s announcement of Project Homekey.

Please see here for the Governor’s letter to local elected officials regarding participation in Project Homekey.


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