The Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program FY2026-2027 funds research-driven strategies to reduce homelessness in Michigan, supporting data-informed shelter, outreach, prevention, and rapid re-housing services.
Funder: Michigan State Housing Development Authority
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027: Exhibit 1 deadline (projected) | July 2027: Application deadline (projected)
Funding Amounts: Estimated $10 million statewide; no award less than $10,000; typical grant term is one year (Oct 1–Sep 30).
Summary: Supports Michigan organizations addressing homelessness and special housing needs through emergency shelter, outreach, prevention, and rapid re-housing.
Key Information: This is a forecasted grant; deadlines and details are subject to change.
The Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program, administered by the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA), provides funding to eligible organizations throughout Michigan to address homelessness and special housing needs. The program focuses on strengthening local service providers' capacity to deliver emergency shelter operations, street outreach, homelessness prevention, and rapid re-housing services. ESG aims to reduce homelessness and improve housing stability for vulnerable populations by supporting coordinated community responses, data-driven strategies, and engagement with people with lived experience of homelessness.