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Emergency Food and Shelter Program
Are you in need of food, shelter or utility assistance?
! EFSP Funding Update!
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has issued a memorandum directing federal agencies to temporarily pause all activities related to the obligation or disbursement of federal financial assistance, in accordance with recent executive orders. As a result, EFSP funds remain on hold at this time.
In response, the Local Board is also pausing the application process. We will notify all applicants as soon as the National Board provides an update on the release date of the funds.
We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.
EFSP Local Board
The Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) helps our friends and neighbors in need of food, shelter, and utility assistance. For over 40 years, EFSP has provided support to those facing hunger and homelessness across the U.S. and its territories, distributing over $6 billion in aid.
For EFSP Nonprofit Partners
How to Apply
To apply for EFSP funding, all applicants must watch this important webinar. The application code will be provided during the session.
After viewing the webinar, visit www.uwsn.org/funding to submit your application.
The program’s objectives are:
- to allocate funds to the neediest areas
- to ensure fast response
- to foster public/private sector cooperation
- to ensure local decision making
- to maintain accountable reporting
Local Funding Priorities are:
- Serve a geographically diverse area of Clark County
- Serve a range of populations that are most in need
- Provide most needed services addressing eligible categories: food, shelter, rent/mortgage and utility assistance.
- Leverage Optimal Buying Power with funds
Eligibility for Organizational Applicants
Non-profit or governmental organization with a Unique Entity ID (UEI).
Currently providing services in the category(s) for which you are requesting funding.
Currently registered with HMIS or capacity to register prior to receipt of award funds.
Capacity to expand program area without any additional administrative funds.
Capacity to serve all eligible applicants in the geographic area, without limiting services to any specific population.
How to Apply for EFSP Phase 42 Funding
All applicants must watch this video. The application code is provided during the webinar.
After watching the webinar, please visit www.uwsn.org/funding to apply for EFSP Phase 42 Funding.
EFSP Phase 42 Application Timeline & Materials
The application and supporting documents for this funding opportunity are provided below. ALL applicants must view the Applicant Webinar prior to submitting applications (see above).
Applications must be submitted online and are due by Friday, February 28, 2025, at 5 PM (Pacific).
Link to Application: https://uwsn.smapply.org/prog/EFSP42
Deadline for Applications:
Friday, February 28, 2025, at 5:00 pm PST
Appeals Submission/Receipt Deadline:
March 17, 2025 – March 21, 2025 (Tentative)
Application Materials (for reference only; applications can only be submitted through SurveyMonkey Apply)
EFSP-Phase-42-RFP_Application EXAMPLE
Budget Template
Appeals Process Form
Questions may be submitted via email to EFSP@uwsn.org.
