Continuum of Care Notice of Funding Opportunity

UPDATE

Fayetteville/Cumberland County Continuum of Care (NC-511)

Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program FY 2026-2027

Request for Applications Project

Applications due date: July 24, 2026

Regional Application due by: August 24, 2026

NC-511 APPEALS POLICY

NC-511 COC SCORECARD

The NC-511 Fayetteville/Cumberland County Continuum of Care (CoC) is pleased to announce the availability of Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds. The NC Department of Health and Human Services has charged NC-511 to submit a community-wide application (a Regional Application) on behalf of the Fayetteville/Cumberland County Continuum of Care.

Agencies that wish to apply for the ESG funding for eligible activities were requested to submit a Letter of Interest (LOI) by Tuesday, June 16, 2026, by 5:00 pm; however, it was not required to submit an ESG application.

The ESG Project Applications for NC-511 and all required attachments must be sent by email by July 24, 2026, by 5:00 pm. EDT to 

*Incomplete or late submissions will not be reviewed or considered.

ESG-FY 26-27 FORMS DOCUMENTS

The application forms and required supporting documents can be accessed through the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) Grant Opportunities webpage: 

NCDHHS Grant Opportunities

After accessing the webpage, please scroll to the bottom of the page and locate the "Documents" section.  Under this heading, you will find all the required forms, instructions, and supporting documents necessary to complete and submit the application.

Applicants are encouraged to carefully review all available materials prior to completing the application to ensure that all required forms, attachments, and certifications are included at the time of submission.

The NC-511 Review and Ranking committee will notify all applicants of the funding recommendations, funding denials, and/or their application status following completion of the review process, no later than July 31, 2026. 

Any appeal of the funding recommendations should be submitted no later than August 7, 2026.  Any appeal must be in accordance with the NC-511 appeals policies and procedures. 

*Any Agency recommended for ESG funding to support eligible activities must submit a complete ESG Project Application, along with all required supporting documentation and attachments, through the ESG Office Smartsheet no later than Monday, August 17, 2026.  Failure to submit all required materials by the stated deadline may result in the agency’s funding recommendation being withdrawn or deemed ineligible for further consideration.

The NC-511 Regional Application must be submitted on behalf of NC-511 to the ESG office by Monday, August 23, 2026

IMPORTANT UPDATE:
RFA Instructional Session and Q&A

All prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to attend the in-person technical assistance sessions below, being offered by the NC ESG Office, to review and discuss the 2026-2027 NC ESG RFA:

Thursday, June 18, 9:30am-11:30am:

https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5453364824148105560

FAYETTEVILLE/CUMBERLAND COUNTY CONTINUUM OF CARE (NC-511) - FY 2026-2027 EMERGENCY GRANT (ESG) REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL TIMELINE

DEADLINE	ACTIVITY
JUNE 4, 2026	NC-511 FAYETTEVILLE/CUMBERLAND COUNTY CONTINUUM OF CARE: REQUEST FOR LETTER OF iNTEREST
JUNE 9, 2026	FY 2026-2027 NORTH CAROLINA ESG REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
JUNE 16, 2026	NC-511 LETTER OF INTEREST DUE DATE
JUNE 17, 2026	NC-511 ESG APPLICATION LOCAL COMPETITION RELEASED
JUNE 22, 2026	NC-511 ESG INFORMATION SESSION 3;00 PM Click here to join meeting Meeting ID: 271 048 382 631 Passcode: Bn5LTH
JULY 24, 2026	ESG PROJECT APPLICATIONS DUE TO NC-511 BY EMAIL 5 PM EDT
JULY 27-31, 2026	REVIEW COMMITTEE
NO LATER THAN JULY 31, 2026	FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS & NOTICE TO APPLICANTS
AUGUST 7, 2026	APPEALS DUE DATE
AGUST 11, 2026	APPEALS REVIEW COMMITTEE
NO LATER THAN AUGUST 11, 2026	APPEALS DECISION
AUGUST 12, 2026	COC BOARD APPROVAL OFCOC FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS
AUGUST 17, 2026	AGENCY SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION IN SMARTSHEET
NO LATER THAN AUGUST 24, 2026	NC-511 REGIONAL APPLICATION SUBMISSION TO STATE

 

IMPORTANT REQUIREMENT INFORMATION TO REVIEW

Applicants should carefully review the following requirements before submitting a letter of interest:

*Applicants who can submit a letter of interest:

• Nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status
• Units of local government (cities, counties, and similar governmental entities
• States and certain governmental instrumentalities

*Applicants who cannot submit a letter of interest:

• Individuals cannot apply directly for ESG grants.  Instead, individuals and families who require assistance must receive it through organizations that receive ESG funding.

ESG funding is provided on a reimbursement basis only. No advance funding is available.

Agencies must have sufficient operating capital to cover eligible program expenses prior to reimbursement.

Reimbursement requests must be submitted in accordance with NCDHHS ESG requirements, generally within 45 days following the end of the billing month.

All funded activities must comply with applicable federal, state, and local ESG regulations and requirements.

Eligible ESG Activities

Funding may be requested for the following eligible activities:

• Street Outreach
• Emergency Shelter
• Rapid Re-Housing
• Homelessness Prevention
• Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) or Comparable Database Activities*
• Overhead Costs (limited by allowable percentage).

*Please note: HMIS or comparable database costs are only eligible when associated with another ESG-funded eligible activity.

Pursuant to federal ESG regulations, recipients are generally required to provide a 100 percent match of the ESG funds awarded.  However, no match is required for State ESG subrecipients.

No more than 60% of funds can be used for Emergency Response Services (Street Outreach and Emergency Shelter). While there is a maximum percent for Emergency Services, there is no maximum for Housing Stability (Rapid Re-Housing, HMIS, and Targeted Prevention). NC-511 Fayetteville/Cumberland Continuum of Care may choose to apply for the full 60% of Emergency Response funding or use some or all funding for Housing Stability Activities. The chart below shows the funding that NC-511 may apply for during the FY 26/27 competition.

 

Tawana Dawkins

Continuum of Care Program Manager & Data Evaluation Analyst, HMIS System Administrator

Cumberland County Community Development

Telephone: (910) 233-3316

Email: 

 

 

FAYETTEVILLE/CUMBERLAND COUNTY CONTINUUM OF CARE (NC-511) 

FY2026-2027 RFA EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANT (ESG) PROGRAM

TOTAL FUNDING AVAILABLE:  $17,864

 

The NC-511 Fayetteville/Cumberland County Continuum of Care (CoC) has been designated by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) to coordinate and submit the annual Regional Application for Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funding on behalf of the Continuum of Care.  This Request for Letter of Interest is being issued to inform eligible agencies of the opportunity to apply for ESG funding and to outline application requirements and estimated timelines.

IMPORTANT UPDATE:

RFA Instructional Session and Q&A

All prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to attend one of the in-person technical assistance sessions below, being offered by the NC ESG Office, to review and discuss the 2026-2027 NC ESG RFA:

Friday, June 12, 9:30 am-11:30 am:

https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8001458832263147353

Monday, June 15, 1pm-3pm:

https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1608800371838627158

Thursday, June 18, 9:30am-11:30am: 

https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5453364824148105560

Important Information Prior to submitting a letter of interest.

IMPORTANT REQUIREMENT INFORMATION TO REVIEW

Applicants should carefully review the following requirements before submitting a letter of interest:

*Applicants who can submit a letter of interest:

• Nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status
• Units of local government (cities, counties, and similar governmental entities
• States and certain governmental instrumentalities

*Applicants who cannot submit a letter of interest:

• Individuals cannot apply directly for ESG grants.  Instead, individuals and families who require assistance must receive it through organizations that receive ESG funding.

ESG funding is provided on a reimbursement basis only. No advance funding is available.

Agencies must have sufficient operating capital to cover eligible program expenses prior to reimbursement.

Reimbursement requests must be submitted in accordance with NCDHHS ESG requirements, generally within 45 days following the end of the billing month.

All funded activities must comply with applicable federal, state, and local ESG regulations and requirements.

Agencies must demonstrate organizational and financial capacity to administer ESG funds and maintain required documentation.

Eligible ESG Activities

Funding may be requested for the following eligible activities:

• Street Outreach
• Emergency Shelter
• Rapid Re-Housing
• Homelessness Prevention
• Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) or Comparable Database Activities*
• Overhead Costs (limited by allowable percentage).

*Please note: HMIS or comparable database costs are only eligible when associated with another ESG-funded eligible activity.

Pursuant to federal ESG regulations, recipients are generally required to provide a 100 percent match of the ESG funds awarded.  However, no match is required for State ESG subrecipients.

Funding Availability

No more than 60% of funds can be used for Emergency Response Services (Street Outreach and Emergency Shelter). While there is a maximum percent for Emergency Services, there is no maximum for Housing Stability (Rapid Re-Housing, HMIS, and Targeted Prevention). NC-511 Fayetteville/Cumberland Continuum of Care may choose to apply for the full 60% of Emergency Response funding or use some or all funding for Housing Stability Activities. The chart below shows the funding that NC-511 may apply for during the FY 26/27 competition.

Continuum of Care		NC ESG Fair Share	Emergency Services (60% maximum)	Housing Stability (40% minimum)
NC 511	Cumberland	$17,864	$10,718	$7,146

Request for Letter of Interest

Letter of Interest Submission Deadline (Recommended):

June 16, 2026, by 12 pm

Although submission of a Letter of Interest is not required, it is strongly encouraged.  Agencies intending to apply for ESG funding should submit their letter of interest using the electronic submission form below, indicating the eligible activity or activities for which funding will be requested.

Letters of Interest should be submitted no later than June 16, 2026, by 12 pm

Electronic Submission: https://form.jotform.com/261533502685053 or emailed to

Tawana Dawkins

CoC Program Manager

910-323-6112

*Please be advised that submission of the Letter of Interest does not obligate an agency to submit a full application nor does it guarantee funding recommendation or award.

Purpose of this Request

This announcement serves as:

• A formal notice of funding availability;
• An opportunity for agencies to express interest in ESG funding;
• An opportunity to ask questions regarding ESG eligibility and requirements;
• An opportunity to receive technical assistance and guidance regarding the application process; and
• An opportunity to consult with the NC-511 CoC Lead regarding local funding priorities and additional requirements.

Additional Information

North Carolina Emergency Solutions Grant Program Information:

NCDHHS ESG Grantee Information: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/aging/nc-emergency-solutions-grant/nc-emergency-solutions-grant-grantee-information

NCDHHS Emergency Solutions Grant Program: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/aging/nc-emergency-solutions-grant

For questions regarding the local application process, funding priorities, or eligibility requirements, please contact the NC-511 Fayetteville/Cumberland County Continuum of Care Lead Agency.

Cumberland County Community Development

NC-511 Fayetteville/Cumberland County Continuum of Care

Notice of ESG Funding Opportunity

FY 2026–2027 Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program

Total Funding Available: $17,864

 

The NC-511 Fayetteville/Cumberland County Continuum of Care (CoC) has been designated by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) to coordinate and submit the annual Regional Application for Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funding on behalf of the Continuum of Care.  This Request for Letter of Interest is being issued to inform eligible agencies of the opportunity to apply for ESG funding and to outline application requirements and estimated timelines.

Important Information Prior to submitting a letter of interest.

Applicants should carefully review the following requirements before submitting a letter of interest:

*Applicants who can submit a letter of interest:

• Nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status
• Units of local government (cities, counties, and similar governmental entities
• States and certain governmental instrumentalities

*Applicants who cannot submit a letter of interest:

• Individuals cannot apply directly for ESG grants.  Instead, individuals and families who require assistance must receive it through organizations that receive ESG funding.

ESG funding is provided on a reimbursement basis only.  No advance funding is available.

Agencies must have sufficient operating capital to cover eligible program expenses prior to reimbursement.

Reimbursement requests must be submitted in accordance with NCDHHS ESG requirements, generally within 45 days following the end of the billing month.

All funded activities must comply with applicable federal, state, and local ESG regulations and requirements.

Agencies must demonstrate organizational and financial capacity to administer ESG funds and maintain required documentation.

Eligible ESG Activities

Funding may be requested for the following eligible activities:

• Street Outreach
• Emergency Shelter
• Rapid Re-Housing
• Homelessness Prevention
• Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) or Comparable Database Activities*
• Overhead Costs (limited by allowable percentage). 

*Please note: HMIS or comparable database costs are only eligible when associated with another ESG-funded eligible activity.

Pursuant to federal ESG regulations, recipients are generally required to provide a 100 percent match of the ESG funds awarded.  However, no match is required for State ESG subrecipients.

Funding Availability

No more than 60% of funds can be used for Emergency Response Services (Street Outreach and Emergency Shelter). While there is a maximum percent for Emergency Services, there is no maximum for Housing Stability (Rapid Re-Housing, HMIS, and Targeted Prevention). NC-511 Fayetteville/Cumberland Continuum of Care may choose to apply for the full 60% of Emergency Response funding or use some or all funding for Housing Stability Activities. The chart below shows the funding that NC-511 may apply for during the FY 26/27 competition. 

Fayetteville/Cumberland County Continuum of Care (NC-511)

FY 2026 Continuum of Care (COC) Competition Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)

The NC-511 Fayetteville/Cumberland County Continuum of Care (CoC) is pleased to announce the Notice of Local CoC Competition

On June 1, 2026, the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development posted the FY2026 Continuum of Care Program Notice of Funding Opportunity.

Continuum of Care (CoC) Program Overview

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Continuum of Care (CoC) Program is designed to promote a community-wide commitment to the goal of ending homelessness through a coordinated system of housing and supportive services. The program provides funding to eligible nonprofit organizations, state and local governments, Indian Tribes, and Tribally Designated Housing Entities (as defined in section 4 of the U.S.C. 4103) (TDHEs) to support projects that prevent and end homelessness.

The primary objectives of the CoC Program are to quickly rehouse individuals and families experiencing homelessness; assist persons who are experiencing trauma, lack of safety, or are fleeing or attempting to flee domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking; and reduce the trauma and disruption associated with homelessness by providing safe, stable housing and supportive services.

The CoC Program also seeks to improve access to mainstream benefit programs and services funded through federal, state, and local resources, strengthen collaboration among community partners, and promote long-term housing stability and self-sufficiency for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

In addition to the Continuum of Care Program, HUD administers the Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP), which supports communities in developing and implementing coordinated approaches to preventing and ending youth homelessness. The YHDP serves youth and young adults 24 years of age and younger who are experiencing homelessness, including unaccompanied youth and youth who are pregnant or parenting. 
Through this initiative, participating communities develop strategies and practices that can be shared with other communities to improve services and housing outcomes for youth experiencing homelessness.

The NC-511 Fayetteville/Cumberland County Continuum of Care is committed to administering these federal resources in accordance with HUD regulations, maintaining transparency and accountability throughout the funding process, and working with community partners to expand access to housing and supportive services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

Funding Opportunity

At the time this Notice of Funding Opportunity is being released, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has not yet announced the funding amounts available to the NC-511 Fayetteville/Cumberland County Continuum of Care for this competition.

Once HUD releases the official funding allocation, the NC-511 Continuum of Care will promptly update this website with the funding amounts available for eligible project applications. Applicants are encouraged to check the website regularly for updates, announcements, and additional information regarding this funding opportunity throughout the competition period.

*To understand more regarding more regarding the Notice of Funding Opportunity please  review the FY2026 CoC Program NOFO Publication Link:  

https://www.hud.gov/hud-partners/community-coc

As of June 25, 2026, the Fayetteville/Cumberland County Continuum of Care (NC-511) hereby announces the opening of its FY 2026 HUD Continuum of Care (CoC) Program Competition.

NC-511 Fayetteville/Cumberland County Continuum of Care is soliciting applications from eligible organizations seeking funding for new, renewal, expansion, Domestic Violence (DV) Bonus, and CoC Bonus projects.

Applicant Eligibility

You are invited to apply if your organization is an eligible entity type and meets the funding conditions included in the NOFO.  HUD will review applications from eligible applicants using the criteria in Section V. of this NOFO.

ELIGIBLE ENTITY TYPES:

• State Governments
• County Governments
• City or township governments
• Special District governments
• Native American tribal governments (Federally Recognized)
• Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
• Native American tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments)
• Nonprofits having a 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
• Others (please see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification in this area.
• A faith-based organization may apply on the same basis as any other organization, subject to the requirements in 24 CFR 5.109

Individuals, for-profit organizations, foreign entities, and sole proprietorships are not eligible to apply for or receive awards under this funding opportunity.

Applications submitted through the local competition process will be evaluated and ranked for potential selection and placement on the Fayetteville/Cumberland County CoC’s FY 2026 Priority Listing for submission to HUD as part of the NC-511 Consolidated Application. 

Application Details 

At this time, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has not yet opened the e-snaps system to accept project applications for the FY 2026 Continuum of Care Program Competition.

Although the NC-511 Continuum of Care has established a tentative application timeline, all application submission dates are subject to HUD's release of the e-snaps application.  Should HUD not open e-snaps in a reasonable time to meet the local application deadline, the NC-511 Continuum of Care will adjust local deadlines accordingly to ensure applicants have adequate time to prepare and submit complete applications.

Applicants are encouraged to review the competition timeline regularly and monitor this webpage for updates regarding the opening of the E-SNAPS application, application submission deadlines, competition requirements, and other important announcements related to the FY 2026 Continuum of Care Program Competition.

Because information may change as additional guidance is released by HUD, applicants are strongly encouraged to check this webpage frequently throughout the competition period to remain informed of the most current requirements, deadlines, and announcements.

All applicants must have access to HUD's e-snaps system in order to prepare and submit a project application. Applicants who do not currently have an active e-snaps account should create one as soon as possible to avoid delays during the application process.

For information on creating an e-snaps account and accessing the system, please visit the following HUD Exchange webpage: https://www.hudexchange.info/programs/e-snaps/

NC-511 Timeline

* All dates identified as "Tentative" are subject to change based on HUD's release of the FY 2026 e-snaps application. The NC-511 Continuum of Care will update the timeline as necessary following HUD's announcement.  Applicants are encouraged to check this webpage frequently for the most current information.

The FY2026 HUD CoC Program Competition Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOF)) is published and can be accessed for review:

FAYETTEVILLE/CUMBERLAND COUNTY COINTINUUM OF CARE (NC-511)  
HUD COC FY2026 PROGRAM NOFO LINK

Important: The NC-511 Continuum of Care strongly recommends that all applicants carefully review the FY 2026 HUD Continuum of Care (CoC) Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) prior to completing their application. The HUD NOFO serves as the governing guidance for this competition and provides detailed information regarding eligibility, project requirements, allowable activities, application instructions, and other federal requirements. Applicants are encouraged to refer to the HUD NOFO throughout the application process and to check the HUD competition page for detailed instructions.

NC-511 CoC Appeals Policy
NC-511 CoC Ranking and Review Scorecard
NC-511 Reallocation Policy
NC-511 Ranking Priority Policy

 

 

 

FAYETTEVILLE/CCUMBERLAND COUNTY CONTINUUM OF CARE (NC-511) FY2026-2027 COC NOTICE OF FUNDING OPPORTUNITY (NOFO) TIMELINE

DEADLINE	ACTIVITY
JUNE 1, 2026	FY2026-2027HUD NOTICE OF FUNDING OPPORTUNITY (NOFO) PROGRAM BEGINS
JUNE 25, 2026	NC-511 FAYETTEVILLE/CUMBERLAND COUNTY CONTINUUM OF CARE RELEASED HUD FY2026-2027 (NOFO)
JUNE 26, 2026   Click here to join the meeting	NOFO INFO SESSION:3 pm  Meeting ID: 271 048 382 631 Passcode: Bn5LTH
TENATIVE: JULY 15, 2026 DEPENDANT ON WHEN HUD OPENS THE ESNAPS APPLICATION	FY2026-2027 NOFO APPLICATIONS DUE TO NC-511 VIA ESNAPS 5 PM EDT
TENATIVE: JULY 20-24, 2026	REVIEW COMMITTEE SCORING
TENATIVE: JULY 27, 2026	RANKING RECOMMENDATIONS
TENATIVE: AUGUST 3, 2026	APPEALS DUE DATE
TENATIVE: AUGUST 5, 2026	APPEALS REVIEW COMMITTEE
TENATIVE: AUGUST 6, 2026	APPEALS DECISION
TENATIVE: AUGUST 12, 2026	COC BOARD APPROVAL OF PROJECT RANKING
AUGUST 13, 2026	POSTING OF PRIORITY LISTING AND CONSOLIDATED APPLICATION
AUGUST 24, 2026	NC-511 FINAL HUD APPLICATION REVIEW AND SUBMISSION

 

 

 

Important NOFO Update:

HUD Re-Opens  the FY2024- 25 Two Year Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) CoC Program

 

Date: January 21, 2026

On January 8, 2026, HUD reopened the FY 2024–25 NOFO for the CoC Program.  The following is an overview of the events leading up to this updated announcement:

HUD issued the FY 2025 NOFO on November 13, 2025.

The FY 2025 NOFO was fully rescinded by HUD on December 8, 2025.

Following a court hearing, HUD posted a revised FY 2025 NOFO for public review on December 19, 2025.

A Court Order was issued on December 23, 2025.

In accordance with the Court Order, HUD released the FY 2024–25 CoC NOFO Implementation Plan on December 30, 2025, followed by the NOFO and a revised implementation plan on January 12, 2026.

A ESNAPS email outlining renewal procedures was issued on January 8, 2026.

HUD released the reopened notice for the FY 2024 and FY 2025 Continuum of Care Competition and the Renewal or Replacement of Youth Homeless Demonstration Program grants on January 9, 2026.

Because the open FY 2024 and FY 2025 NOFOs rely on an automatic renewal process, no reallocated, CoC Bonus, DV Bonus, or other competitive funding is available, and new applications cannot be submitted at this time.

Please do not make any changes or updates in ESNAPS until we receive further guidance from HUD.

We will continue to track court proceedings and provide updates as information becomes available from HUD.

Please review the following for more information: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Continuum of Care Program.

Important NOFO Announcement Department of Housing and Urban Development

Please await further instructions before applying in ESNAPS as we expect an update from HUD on 01/16/2026!

FY 25 COC NOFO Update

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is issuing this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the 2025 Fiscal Year for public review. HUD understands this NOFO to be enjoined pursuant to a preliminary injunction entered in State of Washington, et al. v. HUD, No. 1:25-cv-00626-MSM-AEM (District of Rhode Island), and National Alliance to End Homelessness, et al. v. HUD, No. 1:25-cv-00636-MSM-AEM (District of Rhode Island). HUD will not implement or enforce this NOFO pending further court order. HUD will issue further clarification on the status of this or any other future Fiscal Year 2025 NOFO as necessary. HUD will provide further notice as to when the application portal will open.

FY 2025 Continuum of Care Competition and Youth Homeless Demonstration Program Grants NOFO

FY24-25 NOFO Open

January 8, 2026

On December 23, 2025, the U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island in State of Washington/NAEH v. HUD, Nos. 25-cv-626/25-cv-636 (D.R.I.) ordered HUD, in pertinent part, to take “all steps necessary to process eligible renewals for FY 2025 CoC funding pursuant to the FY24-25 NOFO, but excluding the obligation of funding and the granting of any specific renewals.” (the Order). HUD will comply with the Order, including processing eligible renewals under the FY24-25 Continuum of Care Notice of Funding Opportunity (“FY24-25 CoC NOFO”), so long as the Order is in effect. If the Order is no longer in effect, HUD intends to implement the NOFO issued on December 19, 2025 (FR-6901-N-25), and will provide further instructions if and when it is appropriate.

Today, pursuant to the Order, HUD is informing CoC recipients of the steps needed to start the process for renewals according to the FY24-25 Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) (Funding Opportunity Number–FR-6800-N-25) for the CoC competition.

The FY24-25 CoC NOFO will be open tomorrow, January 9, 2026, and will remain open until February 9, 2026. HUD will follow all applicable procedures laid out in the FY24-25 CoC NOFO, including conducting all applicable reviews, but excluding, pursuant to the Court’s Order, the obligation of funding and the granting of any specific awards. Order ¶ 6. HUD anticipates being able to select awards no later than late March 2026.

The deadline for submission of the following applications is February 9, 2026. HUD will review all Priority Listings, applications and projects as set forth below.

Projects that were awarded FY 2024 funds and are not being reallocated or replaced by the CoC may be eligible for selection for FY 2025 funds using their FY 2024 application submission and are not required to apply for renewal for FY 2025 funds (I.B.2.c). If applicants with awards from FY 2024 indicate in writing, in a manner that HUD may further direct, that the applicant will not reallocate or replace any of their awards, HUD will consider, if feasible, beginning the review and processing of these renewals before the February 9, 2026, submission deadline.
For all other projects, in accordance with the FY24-25 NOFO, HUD will make e-snaps available to receive:

• Applications for eligible renewal projects with an expiration date in CY 2026 that were not awarded in FY24;
• Applications for new projects created through CoC and/or DV reallocation or YHDP replacement, (see NOFO I.B.2.b(24) and III.B.4.a.(3) and (5) and I.A.3.d.(2));
• Applications for YHDP Projects that expire in CY 2026 to renew, if not awarded in FY 2024, or replace those projects, as provided under I.A.3.d,(2);
• FY 2025 Project Listing that includes all projects approved by the CoC to apply for FY 2025 funding (see I.B.2.c). CoCs are required to submit a FY 2025 CoC Priority Listing if they are submitting applications for eligible CoC or YHDP renewal projects that were not awarded FY 2024 funding or new projects created through CoC, DV Reallocation, or YHDP Reallocation under YHDP Replacement (IV.E.3.c). If a CoC is not submitting applications described in the bullets above for FY 2025 CoC and YHDP funding, the CoC is not required to submit a FY 2025 CoC Priority Listing (IV.G.3).

All renewals are subject to the reviews and processes under the original terms of the reopened FY24-25 CoC NOFO, see Renewal Project Requirements, Section III.B.4.c at 53–55; Project Renewal Threshold, Section III.C.4.c at 64–65, and all applicable statutes and regulations under 24 C.F.R. § 578, et seq. and 2 C.F.R. § 200, et seq. All recipients are reminded of their ongoing obligations to submit Annual Performance Reviews, audit reports, and other materials as required under their grant agreements and Section III.C of the FY 24-25 CoC NOFO. See Rules that Affect How HUD Evaluates Applications, Section III.C at 57–67. Incomplete materials, which HUD may consider under the reviews and processes of the reopened FY24-25 CoC NOFO, may delay renewals. New projects created through reallocation (see I.B.2.b.(24)) must meet the requirements in sections I.B.3.a, III.B.4.a.(3), (4) and (5) and the project eligibility and project quality thresholds established in sections III.C.4.a. and b of the FY 24-25 NOFO.

HUD expects application forms and materials to be available on e-snaps no later than January 16, 2026. Applications will be due by February 9, 2026. HUD will communicate information and any updates on HUD.gov and by mailing list.

https://www.hud.gov/hud-partners/community-coc

ESNAPS is now open!

 

 

 FY2025 COC NOTICE OF FUNDING OPPORTUNITY (NOFO)

 

The Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Fiscal Year 2025 Continuum of Care (CoC) program competition was released on November 13, 2025.

Cumberland County/Fayetteville Continuum of Care (NC-511) will submit the Consolidated Application on behalf of the CoC to HUD.  

The Consolidated Application is due to HUD by January 28, 2026, by 8:00 pm EST.

Click here to read the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) and for more information from the HUD website.

 Please email all questions to Tawana Dawkins 

IMPORTANT NOFO UPDATE

January 6, 2026

Please see the attached Motion that was just granted by the court. The Motion is for an extension until January 8, 2026. Please continue to monitor the page for more updates.

Motion for Extension

Please find below the updated Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) issued by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) at 11:35 p.m. on Friday, December 19, 2025. We will continue to provide updates as additional information becomes available.

December 18, 2025 – The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is issuing this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the 2025 Fiscal Year for public review. HUD understands this NOFO to be enjoined pursuant to a preliminary injunction entered in State of Washington, et al. v. HUD, No. 1:25-cv-00626-MSM-AEM (District of Rhode Island), and National Alliance to End Homelessness, et al. v. HUD, No. 1:25-cv-00636-MSM-AEM (District of Rhode Island). HUD will not implement or enforce this NOFO pending further court order. HUD will issue further clarification on the status of this or any other future Fiscal Year 2025 NOFO as necessary. HUD will provide further notice as to when the application portal will open.

The changes include technical corrections and modifications, the highlights of which are as follows:
1. Investment in New Permanent Housing with Robust Supportive Services for Individuals and Families with a Disability.
This NOFO provides a set-aside of 30% of all ESG and COC funds, as contained in 42 U.S.C. § 11386b, for new permanent housing projects for homeless individuals and families with disabilities, including PH-PSH and PH-RRH. As outlined in the Threshold Criteria in V.A.4, new PH-PSH and PH-RRH projects must serve individuals and families with disabilities.

This NOFO aligns with the program statutory requirements to fund new permanent housing. CoCs have discretion to determine if or how much of their Annual Renewal Demand (ARD) will be used for the creation of new Permanent Housing projects.

2. Two-Track Application Process for Increased Flexibility.
In order to provide time and flexibility for CoCs to solicit new Permanent Housing project applications, HUD is creating a separate deadline for new Permanent Housing projects.

Normal Track: $2,655,600,000 in funding, January 28, 2026 deadline and March 31, 2026 estimated award date. HUD reserves the right to award projects in Tier 1 of CoC Priority Listings prior to the rest of awards.

Extended Track: $1,262,400,000 in funding, February 25, 2026 deadline and April, 22, 2026 estimated award date. For new Permanent Housing projects only.

3. FY 2025 CoC Consolidated Application.
All CoCs must complete and submit the FY 2025 CoC Consolidated Application that includes the CoC Application and CoC Priority Lising with all submitted projects ranked or rejected based on the criteria set forth in this NOFO. CoCs applying for new Permanent Housing projects on the Extended Track timeline must submit a separate Priority Listing of new Permanent Housing projects. CoCs may not submit projects in Normal Track and Extended Track that, when combined, exceed their maximum award amount.

4. Increase in Competition and Expedited Awards.
The Continuum of Care program is a national competition (42 U.S.C. 11386a). Tier 1 is set at 30 percent of the CoC’s Annual Renewal Demand (ARD). HUD reserves the right to award projects in Tier 1 of CoC Priority Listings prior to the rest of awards.

5. Investment in Transitional Housing and Supportive Service Only Projects.
In order to promote balance and increase competition, no more than 30 percent of a CoC’s Annual Renewal Demand (ARD) under this NOFO will fund the renewal of existing Permanent Housing projects, including PH-PSH, PH-RRH and Joint TH and PH-RRH projects.

HUD encourages CoCs and providers to read through the NOFO. The Department intends to make resources available in a timely manner so grantees with measurable results can continue to support vulnerable populations. The Department remains fully committed to make long overdue reforms to its homelessness assistance programs.

NEW TIMELINE NC 511 Continuum of Care NOFO 

 

DEADLINE	ACTIVITY
November 13, 2025	HUD CoC NOFO Opening
December 19, 2025	HUD CoC NOFO Update
December 30, 2025	Project applications (and all required attachments for RENEWAL and NEW projects must be completed and submitted in E-SNAPS APRs for Renewals will be accessed through SAGE and submitted to Performance Evaluation & Grants Review Committee
January 7-8, 2026	Performance Evaluation & Grants Review Committee will review, score and rank project applications
January 9	Project applicants will be notified of Performance Evaluation & Grants Review Committee’s decision (in writing outside of E-SNAPS)
January 12, 2026	Appeals are due to the Performance Evaluation & Grants Review Committee.
January 14, 2026	Project applicants will be notified of the results of appeals, if any
January 21, 2026	Coc Board must have approved the Consolidated Application and Priority Listing.
No later than January 28, 2026, by 8:00 pm	Final HUD Deadline for submission of applications in E-SNAPS

 

1. Ending the Crisis of Homelessness on Our Streets.
2. Prioritizing Treatment and Recovery
3. Advancing Public Safety
4. Promoting Self-Sufficiency
5. Improving Outcomes
6. Minimizing Trauma

AVAILABLE FUNDS:

Funding of approximately $3,918,000,000 is available through this NOFO

Of the $3,918,000,000 HUD is making available:

• Approximately $52,000,000 in funding for: Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking Bonus (DV Bonus) projects, described in sections IV.D.1.e of this NOFO
• Approximately $129,000,000 for the renewal of projects originally awarded as part of the Unsheltered and Rural Homelessness Supplemental NOFO.
• Approximately $228,000,000 for the competitive renewal and replacement of expiring YHDP grants.

ADDITIONAL FUNDS:

Additional funds may become available for award.  Use of these funds is subject to statutory constraints.  All awards are subject to the selection process contained in the NOFO. 

Annual Renewal Demand (ARD)

 NC-511 - Fayetteville/Cumberland County CoC:

• Estimated ARD $812,812
• Tier 1 $243,844
• CoC Bonus $162,562
• DV Bonus $65,557
• CoC Planning $50,000

Here is what needs to go under funding details:  At the time this Notice of Funding Opportunity is being released, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has not yet announced the funding amounts available to the NC-511 Fayetteville/Cumberland County Continuum of Care for this competition. 

Once HUD releases the official funding allocation, the NC-511 Continuum of Care will promptly update this website with the funding amounts available for eligible project applications. Applicants are encouraged to check the website regularly for updates, announcements, and additional information regarding this funding opportunity throughout the competition period. 

 

You are invited to apply if your organization is an eligible entity type and meets the funding conditions included in the NOFO.  HUD will review applications from eligible applicants using the criteria in Section V. of this NOFO.

ELIGIBLE ENTITY TYPES:

00 State Governments
01 County Governments
02 City or township governments
04 Special District governments
07 Native American tribal governments (Federally Recognized)
08 Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
11Native American tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments.

12 Nonprofits having a 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education

25 Others (please see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification in this area.

Faith-based organizations may apply on the same basis as any other organization.

HUD does not engage in any unlawful and improper conduct, policies, or practices that target faith-based organizations.

*INDIVIDUALS ARE INELIGIBLE APPLICANTS!

*For more information on Applicant Eligibility, see Section V.A.1 of this NOFO.
Project applicants can obtain a copy of the Act and the Rule on HUD’s Website or by contacting the NOFO Information Center at: 1-800-483-8929.  Individuals who are deaf or have hearing disabilities, as well as individuals with speech or communication disabilities, may visit https://www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/telecommunications-relay-service-trs for more information on how to make an accessible telephone call to HUD.

 

  

 

 

 

ESNAPS is now open!

https://www.hudexchange.info/programs/e-snaps/

 

You must comply with the current General Statutory and Regulatory Requirements Affecting Eligibility for HUD’s Competitive Programs.  HUD will review your eligibility before issuing an award.  As a part of the review, HUD uses SAM.gov and Department of Treasury data.

*For-profit entities are not eligible to apply for grants or to be subrecipients of grant funds.

Applications must include three main elements:

• Standard forms, assurances, and certifications
• Budget
• Narratives and other attachments

*Please remember, if you do not provide the required documents in the correct format, your application is incomplete!

The standard forms, assurances, certifications, budgets, narrative responses, and the ability to include attachments are built into e-snaps, an electronic application system.

HUD does not accept faxed applications or supportive documents!

 

 

1. Only 30 percent of a CoC’s funding is protected in Tier, down from 90 percent in past years.
2. Permanent Housing (PSH< RRH<Joint TH-RRH) is capped at 30 percent of ARD.
3. All projects except for CoC Planning/UFA must compete, including YHDP renewals and DV Bonus
4. New prohibition can disqualify any project.
5. HUD’s new national priority centers on treatment, recovery, and required services.
6. HUD elevates “public safety” as a major scoring factor.
7. New project requirements reshape TH, RRH, PSH, and Street Outreach
8. Merit Review replaces prior CoC scoring and shifts weighting.
9. Tier 2 scoring now favors projects with required services.
10. HUD’s expanded Risk Review increases the likelihood of project rejection.

Click here to read the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) and for more information from the HUD website.

 

The Department has withdrawn a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) with respect to the Continuum of Care (CoC) grant program. This withdrawal will allow the Department to make appropriate revisions to the NOFO, and the Department intends to do so.

In the previous FY 24-25 NOFO, the Department reserved the right to make changes to the NOFO instead of processing renewals for a variety of reasons, including to accommodate a new CoC or Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP) priority or new funding source.

The Department still intends to exercise this discretion and make changes to the previously issued CoC NOFO to account for new priorities. HUD anticipates reissuing a modified NOFO well in advance of the deadline for obligation of available Fiscal Year 2025 funds.

 

We will provide updates as they become available.

Individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, as well as individuals who have speech or communication disabilities may use a relay service. To learn more about how to make an accessible telephone call, visit the webpage for the Federal Communications Commission.

A. Agency Contact
1. Program and Application Requirements
Name: HUD Office of Community Planning and Development
Phone: 800-347-3735
Email: CoCNOFO@hud.gov
Note: HUD’s assistance is limited by the standards at 24 CFR 4.26.
HUD staff will be available to provide general clarification on the content of this NOFO; however, HUD staff are prohibited from assisting any applicant in preparing the application(s) in e-snaps. a. Local HUD Community Planning Development (CPD) Office. Questions regarding specific program requirements should be directed to the local HUD CPD field office, a directory of which can be found at https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/field_policy_mgt/localoffices.
b. Training and Resources. Collaborative Applicants and project applicants that need assistance completing the applications in e-snaps or understanding the program requirements under the CoC Program may access the Rule, training materials, and program resources via https://www.hud.gov/hud-partners/community-coc.
c. Questions. CoCs, Collaborative Applicants, and project applicants that require information and technical support concerning this NOFO and the application in e-snaps may submit an inquiry to CoCNOFO@hud.gov. Starting 2 days prior to the application deadline, this email address will respond only to emergency technical support questions up to the deadline of 8:00 PM EST on January 14, 2026. Applicants experiencing technical difficulty should contact CoCNOFO@hud.gov immediately for assistance and document their attempts to obtain assistance

 

 

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