Louisiana Housing Grants

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in the Greater New Orleans area that promote equality and improve the quality of life for LGBTQ individuals and families, particularly those from marginalized groups.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that deliver essential services to vulnerable individuals and families facing homelessness or living in poverty.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that serve children and youth in Orleans Parish, Louisiana, helping cover operational costs and encouraging collaborative efforts among multiple organizations.

The Mayor’s Office of Community Development is excited to announce the availability of funding for MLK Day of Service Community Projects, offering grants of up to $10,000. Donor Name: Mayor’s Office of Community Development State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/16/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The grant aims to support projects that honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy by promoting community service, advancing social justice, and addressing essential community needs. Eligibility Criteria  Eligible applicants for this grant include non-profit organizations, educational institutions, faith-based organizations, and businesses located in Louisiana. All applicants must be in good standing with the City of Baton Rouge and the Secretary of State. The project must be located in a Low to moderate-income area as defined by Housing Urban Development (HUD). For more information, visit Mayor’s Office of Community Development.

This fund provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that improve the quality of life for residents in the Gert Town Community, focusing on areas like youth services, housing, education, and community beautification.

Pratt-Stanton Manor Funds to help older adults live dignified, meaningful, and independent lives. Donor Name: Greater New Orleans Foundation State: Louisiana County: Jefferson Parish (LA), Orleans Parish (LA), Plaquemines Parish (LA), Saint Bernard Parish (LA), Saint Charles Parish (LA), Saint James Parish (LA), Saint John the Baptist Parish (LA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/10/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Pratt-Stanton Manor helped older adults to live independent lives for over forty years, as a nonprofit assisted living facility for older adults in New Orleans. Recent trends show an increase in the number of adults 65 and over who fall below the poverty line. This is occurring at the same time that funding for older adult services is declining. They believe that, while it is important to invest to reverse this trend, it is also important to invest to help older adults live independently and with dignity. Pratt-Stanton Manor worked hard to provide high quality services. It created a happy and healthy environment for its residents so that they could enjoy fruitful and meaningful lives.  Priorities Priority will be given to organizations in three areas of work: serve older adults, especially those living below the region’s median income level; serve the most frail and dysfunctional older adults who are living independently; and address most basic needs, including food, housing, long term care, activities for daily living, improving general quality of life, and delaying the onset of disability. Eligibility Criteria  Nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations that serve the Greater New Orleans region are eligible to apply for funding. Organizations that are not tax-exempt but have a fiscal sponsor relationship with a 501(c)(3) organization are also eligible. Specific Guidelines The following are examples of project or program needs:  To provide informal caregiver support–initiatives that support the work of unpaid caregivers, including friends and family.  To provide services and supports–basic needs and interventions designed to prevent or delay hospitalization.  To promote economic security–initiatives that help older adults manage their resources, or connect with benefits available to them.    The following are examples of capital needs:  To provide housing rehabilitation and repair services–home repairs and home modification programs designed to help older adults lead independent lives in their homes, or in independent care facilities.  To provide capital support for residential care and community-based facilities–capital projects aimed at developing a friendly home-like environment, including senior centers, adult day programs, and other facilities that provide non-institutional setting.  For more information, visit GNOF.

The City of Shreveport, through its Department of Community Development, is pleased to announce the availability of this Notice of Funding Availability (“NOFA”) for Affordable Rental Housing Proposals. Donor Name: City of Shreveport State: Louisiana City: Shreveport Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/17/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: This opportunity is made possible through funding consideration under the HOME Investment Partnerships Program American Rescue Plan (HOME ARP). The purpose of this Notice of Funding Availability (“NOFA”) is to solicit proposals from experienced and established agencies. Only responders with demonstrated knowledge and experience in developing affordable housing, operating non-congregate or transitional housing, supportive service programs and having extensive experience with federal policies, procedures, and programs need to apply to this solicitation. The City of Shreveport will not fund more than three qualified entities to provide affordable rental housing development, rehabilitation, to qualified populations based on the eligible uses outlined in The City of Shreveport’s HOME-ARP Allocation Plan approved by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Eligible Activities  Based on the information obtained from the community survey, focus groups and community consultations, HOME-ARP has been elected to fund the following activities under this NOFA: Production or Preservation of Affordable Housing New construction or rehabilitation – of property intended to provided HOME-ARP rental housing for a minimum of 15 years. Property acquisition – must be undertaken only with respect to a particular housing project intended to provide HOME-ARP rental housing for a minimum of 15 years. Acquisition of vacant land – must be undertaken only with respect to a particular housing project intended to provide HOME-ARP rental housing for a minimum of 15 years. Qualifying Populations HOME-ARP funds must be used to primarily benefit individuals or families from the following qualifying populations: Homeless, as defined in section 103(a) of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11302(a)). At-risk of homelessness, as defined in section 401(1) of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11360(1)). Fleeing, or attempting to flee, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking, as defined by the Secretary. In other populations where providing supportive services or assistance under section 212(a) of the Act (42 U.S.C. 12742(a)) would prevent the family’s homelessness or would serve those with the greatest risk of housing instability. Eligibility Criteria  The City will accept applications from the following qualified and experienced housing development organizations: Not -For-Profit Organizations For-Profit Organizations Public Agencies Partnerships between the same. In addition to the items listed in the Minimum Eligibility Statement and Requirements, applicant entity must also meet the following criteria: Be organized and existing to do business in the State of Louisiana, or if organized in another state, must be qualified to do business in the State of Louisiana. Demonstrate at least three (3) years of related housing development and management experience in Louisiana. For the purposes of this program, “related housing experience” means the development, ownership, and management of affordable rental housing. Demonstrate the financial capacity necessary to undertake, complete, and manage the proposed project, as demonstrated by its ability to own, construct, or rehabilitate and manage and operate affordable rental housing. The City will evaluate the experience of the entire proposed team with owning, developing, and managing projects of similar size and scope serving the intended population proposed. Applicants and their development team must undergo an evaluation by the City of their capacity before the applicant may qualify as an eligible (“Recipient”). Have demonstrated understanding of the Federal, State and local housing programs used in conjunction with HOME funds to ensure compliance with all applicable program requirements and regulations. Certify that HOME-ARP Units will comply with Program requirements during the entire period that begins upon selection and ending upon the conclusion of all HOME funded compliance or Affordability Periods. Applicant must not debarred or excluded from receiving federal assistance prior to selection or entering into the grant contract with the City. For more information, visit City of Shreveport.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Louisiana-based nonprofits and community organizations to address urgent needs related to disasters and crises, focusing on food security, housing, and community wellness, particularly for vulnerable populations.

The Carolyn W. and Charles T. Beaird Family Foundation, initially the Charles T. Beaird Foundation, was established in 1960 in Shreveport, Louisiana, to support the philanthropic endeavors of the Beaird-Poulan Corporation. Transitioning in 2009 to a stand-alone family foundation named after its founders, it now supports a range of causes in the Shreveport and Bossier City region, focusing on small, local, innovative, and possibly unpopular programs. The foundation prioritizes projects in education, housing, healthcare, social services, the arts, and community development, and encourages organizations to apply through their online system during specified grant cycles. Grant renewed every year. Annual Spring opening/closing deadline application: December 1st to January 5th. Letter of Intent January 15st to January 31st (optional)

The Carolyn W. and Charles T. Beaird Family Foundation, initially the Charles T. Beaird Foundation, was established in 1960 in Shreveport, Louisiana, to support the philanthropic endeavors of the Beaird-Poulan Corporation. Transitioning in 2009 to a stand-alone family foundation named after its founders, it now supports a range of causes in the Shreveport and Bossier City region, focusing on small, local, innovative, and possibly unpopular programs. The foundation prioritizes projects in education, housing, healthcare, social services, the arts, and community development, and encourages organizations to apply through their online system during specified grant cycles. Grant renewed every year. Annual Fall opening/closing deadline application: August 1st to August 15th. Letter of Intent July 1st to July 21st (optional)