The Northwest Florida Continuum of Care (CoC) is committed to strengthening our region’s homelessness response by identifying, applying for, and managing funding that supports local service providers. A core responsibility of the CoC is to notify agencies of upcoming opportunities, guide them through the application process, and help allocate critical resources that drive real community impact.
Whether you're a new provider or a long-time partner, this page is your central hub for updates, deadlines, forms, and resources related to local, state, and federal funding opportunities.
Funding timelines move fast. Once the official Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is released, applicants must act quickly to develop proposals, complete documentation, and meet strict submission deadlines. Early preparation ensures your project is competitive and fully eligible.
If you have questions, please contact us at director@doorwaysnwfl.org.
FY 2025 Funding Opportunity Goals:
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has released the FY 2026 Continuum of Care (CoC) Competition Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO).
Organizations interested in applying for CoC funding are encouraged to review the NOFO carefully, paying particular attention to HUD priorities, eligible project types, and application requirements.
The team at Doorways is currently reviewing the NOFO and related guidance. Additional information regarding the local competition process, funding opportunities, timelines, and application requirements will be shared with providers in the coming weeks.
Please watch this page closely for updates and detailed instructions on how your organization may apply for project funding.
Local Competition Date: TBD
HUD Application Deadline: August 26, 2026
The Challenge Grant and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) support local efforts to:
All funding requests are evaluated through a transparent Review and Ranking Process, designed to prioritize community needs and align with HUD criteria. This process is updated annually to reflect evolving priorities in our region.
Doorways is committed to keeping our partners updated with the latest funding news, application tips, and submission reminders. Bookmark this page and check back regularly for updates and downloadable resources.
Need help? Contact us at director@doorwaysnwfl.org
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