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Housing opportunities may be available in Escambia County (Brewton) for eligible individuals and families.

To be considered, households must be experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness, complete a Coordinated Entry assessment, and meet any applicable eligibility requirements.

📞 Coordinated Entry: 334-273-0668
📧 [email protected]

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On May 29, 2026, HUD released the 2025 Annual Homelessness Assessment Report (AHAR) to Congress, providing the most recent national and state-level data on homelessness in the United States.

Key findings for Alabama include:

✅4,137 total people experiencing homelessness
✅3,347 homeless individuals
✅790 people in families with children
✅157 unaccompanied youth
✅214 veterans experiencing homelessness
✅505 individuals experiencing chronic homelessness

The report indicates that Alabama experienced a 10.1% decrease in homelessness from 2024 and a 24.1% decrease since 2007.

At the same time, the report found that 53.8% of people experiencing homelessness in Alabama were unsheltered, highlighting the continued need for outreach, housing resources, supportive services, and community collaboration.

These findings help inform housing policy, funding priorities, outreach efforts, and community responses to homelessness across Alabama and the nation.

As the Alabama Balance of State Continuum of Care serving 37 counties, we remain committed to coordinating efforts that help individuals and families access safe, stable housing and the services needed to achieve long-term housing success.

We encourage stakeholders, providers, elected officials, and community members to review the report and learn more about homelessness trends in Alabama and across the nation.

Together We Impact! 37 Counties.

📄 Full Report:https://www.huduser.gov/portal/sites/default/files/pdf/2025-AHAR-Part-1.pdf

FY2025 HUD CoC Program Award Announcement !

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has announced FY2025 Continuum of Care Program renewal funding awards, supporting critical homelessness response efforts across the country.

We are proud to share that TWO agencies within the Alabama Balance of State CoC received PY2025 HUD CoC Renewal Program funding awards totaling $552,183.

Congratulations to: Auburn UMC Mission and Outreach Auburn United Methodist Church and Turning Point Alabama (DV provider).

These investments support ongoing efforts to address homelessness and strengthen housing stability across Alabama’s rural communities.

Together We Impact! 37 Counties.

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ARCH has sent the 2026 HUD CoC NOFO Update and Early Planning Guidance through Constant Contact.

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Email [email protected] and say “ADD ME.”

Together We Impact! 37 Counties.

HUD 2026 CoC NOFO Update!

The future of homelessness funding is evolving, and now is the time for providers, local governments, nonprofits, faith based organizations, and community partners to begin preparing.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has announced that the 2026 Continuum of Care (CoC) NOFO is expected by June 1, 2026, with awards anticipated by December 1, 2026.

Key areas of focus include:
✅Transitional Housing
✅Rapid Rehousing
✅Permanent Supportive Housing
✅Street Outreach and Supportive Services
✅Mental Health and Substance Use Treatment
✅Employment Assistance and Job Training
✅Childcare and Outpatient Healthcare

As you review this information, pay close attention to the eligible uses of funding and the increased emphasis on partnerships, supportive services, and community collaboration.

ARCH strongly encourages agencies considering applying for funding to engage with the CoC early, participate in weekly technical assistance calls, and seek guidance before the NOFO is released.

Together We Impact! 37 Counties.