Reaching Home: Canada's Homelessness Strategy: Who Qualifies and What You Get
This federal strategy provides funding to community organizations to support housing and services for people facing homelessness.
Reaching Home is a federal initiative designed to provide financial support to organizations working to prevent and reduce homelessness across the country.
Who it's for
This scheme is intended for community organizations that are actively working to prevent homelessness within their local areas. It is designed for groups that have the infrastructure to provide direct assistance or support services to vulnerable populations.
What you get
Organizations can receive funding to help provide housing and various support services for people in need. This financial assistance is intended to bolster the capacity of community groups to offer essential resources that help individuals secure and maintain stable housing.
What it costs you
To receive support, your organization's goals must align with the specific housing and support plans developed by your local community. This requires time and administrative effort to ensure your specific initiatives match the broader strategic goals of your local area's housing plan.
The catch to know
You likely won't receive funding directly from the federal government. Most funding is distributed through local community entities, meaning you must work through these specific regional distributors to access any available financial resources.
How to apply
- Identify the specific local community entity responsible for distributing funds in your region.
- Review your organization's current mission to ensure it aligns with local community housing plans.
- Contact your local community distributor to learn about their specific application windows and requirements.
- Prepare documentation that demonstrates how your services directly support local homelessness prevention goals.