2026 Homelessness Prevention RFP
Seattle is funding organizations to provide rental assistance, housing stabilization, and legal services to prevent homelessness and promote housing equity for residents at risk of eviction.
Funder: City of Seattle (https://www.seattle.gov)
Due Dates: July 15, 2026 (Completed application submissions due by noon/12 PM Pacific)
Funding Amounts: Approx. $8 million total; typical awards for 1-year projects.
Summary: Supports organizations providing rental assistance, housing stabilization, and legal services to prevent homelessness among Seattle residents.
Key Information: Applications must be submitted electronically; no faxed or mailed submissions accepted.
Description
The City of Seattle Human Services Department (HSD) is soliciting applications from qualified organizations to deliver homelessness prevention services for Seattle residents at imminent risk of losing their housing. This funding opportunity aims to stabilize households, intervene in active eviction proceedings, and operate a centralized access point for those seeking assistance. Funding will support three main strategies: emergency rental assistance, housing stabilization, and legal services, with a focus on advancing racial equity and improving access for disproportionately impacted communities. This RFP is guided by Executive Order 2025-06, which prioritizes improved coordination and transparency in rental assistance programs.
