Fair Housing Initiatives Program - Education and Outreach Initiative
About This Grant
Congress in 1988 established the Fair Housing Initiatives Program (FHIP) with a purpose of providing funding to entities to work alongside HUD to "prevent or eliminate discriminatory housing practices" 42 USC 3616a(a). FHIP provides funds to eligible organizations through competitive grants. under several initiatives.The overarching purpose of the FHIP Education and Outreach Initiative (EOI) is to educate the public, housing providers and other stakeholders about their rights and obligations under provisions of fair housing laws, through the development, implementation, carrying out and coordinating or education and outreach programs. 42 USC 3616a(d)(1); 24 CFR 125.301(a).The National Media Campaign component (EOI-NMC) is "designed to provide a centralized, coordinated effort for the development and dissemination of fair housing media products." 42 USC 3616a(d)(1). A portion of NMC funds are specifically meant to increase participation in the annual national fair housing month. Under a cooperative agreement, HUD will exercise the right to approve, and have substantial involvement in, all proposed deliverables, as well as the Work Plan or Statement of Work (SOW).The General Component (EOI-GC) is designed to carry out projects programs that prevent or eliminate discriminatory housing practices by establishing or supporting regional, local, and community- based education and outreach activities, events, and programs. For grants and cooperative agreements, HUD will conduct monitoring reviews, request quarterly reports, and approve all proposed deliverables as documented in the applicant's Work Plan or SOW. Most EOI funds are awarded under grant agreements. However, national funds are awarded under cooperative agreements managed by Headquarters since the awards have a nationwide impact and therefore require more complex and frequent oversight as well as Departmental approval of deliverables.
Grant Summary
Fair Housing Initiatives Program - Education and Outreach Initiative is a Department of Housing and Urban Development grant providing $175K to $2.5M. Applications are due 2026-11-02 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
Funder did not publish eligibility criteria — confirm directly with the funder before applying.
How to Apply
$175K–$2.5M
2026-11-02
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Fair Housing Initiatives Program - Education and Outreach Initiative from Department of Housing and Urban Development, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Department of Housing and Urban Development before the deadline.
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Fair Housing Initiatives Program - Education and Outreach Initiative: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Fair Housing Initiatives Program - Education and Outreach Initiative?
Fair Housing Initiatives Program - Education and Outreach Initiative is offered by Department of Housing and Urban Development and is generally open to eligible organizations. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. 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 Fair Housing Initiatives Program - Education and Outreach Initiative provide?
Fair Housing Initiatives Program - Education and Outreach Initiative provides between $175K and $2.5M per award from Department of Housing and Urban Development. 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 Fair Housing Initiatives Program - Education and Outreach Initiative deadline?
Applications for Fair Housing Initiatives Program - Education and Outreach Initiative are due 2026-11-02 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Department of Housing and Urban Development, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the Fair Housing Initiatives Program - Education and Outreach Initiative?
To apply for Fair Housing Initiatives Program - Education and Outreach Initiative, 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 Housing and Urban Development.