HOME- ARP Supportive Services RFA

Salt Lake County is pleased to announce the availability of funding under the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) HOME-American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) program to provide supportive services for qualifying populations.

On September 13th, 2021, the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) released a notice outlining a specialized version of the existing HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME). This new allocation, known as HOME-ARP (HOME-American Rescue Plan), was authorized under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to provide targeted assistance in response to the housing and homelessness challenges exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. These funds were designed to supplement the traditional HOME program and introduce new flexibilities to address urgent needs. 

The total amount available under this RFA is approximately $3,210,671.00, which will be awarded through a competitive process to qualified applicants who demonstrate capacity, experience, and a strong commitment to serving qualifying populations.

Of the total allocation:

1. $2.3 million will be dedicated to direct rental payments.
2. $910,671 will be available to agencies for case management and additional supportive services such as childcare, food assistance, health services, employment-related clothing, and access to public transportation as needed. These services are intended to promote and maintain housing stability for QPs, particularly those receiving rental assistance.