The FY25 Housing & Homelessness Grant Application Handbook provided by the Valley of the Sun United Way outlines key funding priorities and processes for supporting nonprofits in Maricopa County. The handbook emphasizes the importance of aligning grant proposals with specific program areas, such as housing and homelessness prevention. Agencies must demonstrate how their projects reduce homelessness and housing insecurity, particularly through services like rent assistance, eviction prevention, and housing navigators, with a focus on underserved populations.

Key dates include the October 15, 2024, deadline for submitting applications, with funding decisions expected in December 2024. Grants are awarded starting in January 2025, and organizations will be expected to submit reports on outcomes by July 15, 2025.

The application process also emphasizes diversity, equity, access, and inclusion (DEAI), requiring applicants to articulate how their programs address racial equity and engage underserved communities. Program narratives, budgeting, and outcome measures must clearly align with these values and demonstrate a comprehensive approach to serving targeted populations.