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Program application period
March 27 - June 30, 2026
ERF is a competitive grant program available to assist local jurisdictions to provide services and supports to people experiencing homelessness in encampments that results in meaningful paths to safe and stable housing. Eligible applicants include counties, Continuums of Care (CoCs), and cities of any size.
Notice of Funding Availability
| Round | Document Name | Download Link |
|---|---|---|
| Round 5 Rolling | NOFA | Download |
| Round 5 Rolling | Frequently Asked Questions | Download |
| Round 5 Rolling | Application Portal | Access Portal |
| Round 5 Rolling | Application Template | Download |
| Round 5 Rolling | Budget Template | Download |
| Round 5 Rolling | Caltrans Encampment Coordinator List | Download |
| Round 5 Rolling | Walkthrough Slides | Download |
| Round 5 Rolling | Contract and Disbursement Guidance | Download |
| Round 5 Rolling | Authorized Signatory Form | Download |
| Round 5 Rolling | Taxpayer ID Form | Download |
| Round 5 Rolling | Payee Data Record | Download |
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ERF Grantee Outcomes
- ERF Fiscal Dashboard
- HHAP, ERF, and FHC HDIS Reported Program Outcomes Dashboard
- ERF Grantee Self Reported Encampment Resolution Status, Estimated Persons Served, and Other Outcomes (XLS) — as of March 31, 2026
- ERF Grant Program 2026 Annual Report (Coming soon!)
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