Apply for SHELTER AND SERVICES PROGRAM

SHELTER AND SERVICES PROGRAM is a Department of Family and Support Services grant providing up to $13,441,881. Applications are due 2026-09-30 (open).

How to apply for SHELTER AND SERVICES PROGRAM

1. Confirm your organization is eligible for SHELTER AND SERVICES PROGRAM from Department of Family and Support Services, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
2. Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
3. Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
4. Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Department of Family and Support Services before the deadline.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for the SHELTER AND SERVICES PROGRAM?

SHELTER AND SERVICES PROGRAM is offered by Department of Family and Support Services and is generally open to eligible organizations. It is available in IL. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.

How much funding does the SHELTER AND SERVICES PROGRAM provide?

SHELTER AND SERVICES PROGRAM provides up to $13.4M per award from Department of Family and Support Services. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.

When is the SHELTER AND SERVICES PROGRAM deadline?

Applications for SHELTER AND SERVICES PROGRAM are due 2026-09-30 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Department of Family and Support Services, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.

How do you apply for the SHELTER AND SERVICES PROGRAM?

To apply for SHELTER AND SERVICES PROGRAM, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Department of Family and Support Services.