Beneficiary and Special Needs Housing (SNHG)
The SNHG program funds the construction and operation of supportive housing for Alaskans with special needs, with a focus on individuals with mental health challenges.
Funder: Alaska Housing Finance Corporation
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Competitive grants; specific award sizes and total funding vary by cycle and availability.
Summary: Supports nonprofit providers and developers in building and operating supportive housing for Alaskans with special needs, focusing on Mental Health Trust beneficiaries.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; no current funding is available, but the program is expected to reopen on its annual cycle.
Description
The Special Needs Housing Grant (SNHG) program, managed by the Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC) and funded in partnership with organizations such as the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority, provides competitive grants to nonprofit service providers and housing developers. The grants support both the construction and operation of supportive housing specifically designed for Alaskans with special needs, with a primary focus on beneficiaries of the Alaska Mental Health Trust. The program aims to increase housing options for individuals with mental health challenges and other special needs across Alaska.
