Georgia Rehoused: Frequently Asked Questions

DCA’s State Housing Trust Fund for the Homeless Commission recently launched Georgia Rehoused, a new, streamlined process for communities to apply for funding opportunities by demonstrating how their proposals will reduce unsheltered homelessness and support housing stability. 

  • What is Georgia Rehoused?

    Georgia Rehoused in a common application for financial assistance to local communities to support their efforts to end homelessness. It is administered by DCA’s State Housing Trust Fund for the Homeless Commission.  

  • What is the purpose of the pre-application?

    In order to support and advise communities on whether they are ready to apply, the pre-application process will determine an applicant partnership’s compliance with basic eligibility requirements and project’s readiness to proceed. Pre-applicants will receive a recommendation from DCA staff on whether they are ready to submit a final application, or whether their project needs clarification to meet basic eligibility requirements.   

  • What is the difference between a pre-application and a competitive application?

    Proposed projects are required to submit a pre-application in order to submit a competitive application. Pre-applications determine an application's compliance with initial eligibility requirements, and competitive applications will be evaluated according to scoring criteria that will be posted at the end of March. 

  • What is expected of applicants?
    • Applicants are expected to demonstrate how their proposal will reduce unsheltered homelessness in their community. They must meet the following requirements:
    • Is a collaborative partnership, led by a local government, representing local community interest and decisions;  
    • Shows how funds will provide a reduction in the unsheltered population in the community; and    
    • Must be registered in Homeless Management Information System, known as HMIS. 

    A full list of the Eligibility Requirements can be found at the Georgia Rehoused webpage. 

  • When does the pre-application close?

    Pre-applications close at 5:00 p.m. on April 7, 2026. 

  • How does my organization submit an application?

    All pre-applications for the Georgia Rehoused Grant must be submitted electronically through the appropriate submission portal. 

  • What are the funding priorities and sources for Georgia Rehoused?
    1. Permanent Housing Opportunities 
      1. Funding Source: State Housing Trust Fund for the Homeless Reserve, up to $5 million 
    2. Permanent Housing Opportunities with a focus on small manufactured/modular developments, with an emphasis on rural areas 
      1. Funding Source: HOME-American Rescue Plan, up to $4 million 
    3. Non-congregate shelter or transitional housing opportunities 
      1. AFY26 State Housing Trust Fund for the Homeless Appropriation, up to $35 million 
    4. Homeless services, to include two-year shelter operation and encampment relocation costs 
      1. AFY26 State Housing Trust Fund for the Homeless Appropriation, up to $10 million 
  • How will DCA distribute this funding?

    DCA intends to distribute available funding in three award cycles through reimbursable grants. The first award cycle timeline is currently available, and additional award cycle timelines will be determined at a future date. 

  • What is the timeline of the first award cycle?
    1. March 10, 2026: Georgia Rehoused Pre-Applications Released   
    2. March 31, 2026: Georgia Rehoused Notices of Funding and Competitive Application Released  
    3. April 7, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.: Pre-Application Closes  
    4. May 11, 2026: Competitive Application Closes  
    5. Week of June 6, 2026: Anticipated Award Notifications to Commission  
    6. June 23, 2026: Commission Approves Awards   
  • What collaborative partnerships are allowed?
    1. Collaborative partnerships must include a local government entity. A local government entity must serve as the primary applicant or the co-applicant. A development authority may participate but cannot replace a local government entity. Acceptable local government entities include: 
      1. Municipal corporations 
      2. County governments 
    2. Collaborative partnerships may include representation from the non-profit/philanthropy sector, school systems, housing authorities, healthcare or business partners, development authorities or partners, or others. 
  • What documents are required for the pre-application?
    1. Documentation of collaborative partnership (MOA or advisory committee documentation)   

    2. Evidence of local government participation as primary or co-applicant   

    3. Documentation of unsheltered homeless impact  
    4. Project proposal and plan  
    5. Complete project budget   
    6. HMIS registration confirmation and date of anticipated data entry readiness 
  • What is the review process for the pre-application?

    Pre-applications will be reviewed for comprehensiveness, eligibility, and readiness. Applicants will receive a determination letter indicating whether they are:   

    1. Ready to advance to full application, or   
    2. Advised to strengthen specific areas before applying in a future cycle 
  • Who should I contact with questions?

    Questions can be sent to the State Housing Trust Fund for the Homeless at [email protected].