Over $50 million in new Housing Stability Grants includes partnership to help veterans experiencing homelessness
Gov. Greg Abbott announced that the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs is granting $52.9 million for housing stabilization in the state.
Author: Maeve Ashbrook
Updated: 11:25 AM CDT July 23, 2021
AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) is awarding $52.9 million in Housing Stability Grants for housing stabilization in the state, Gov. Greg Abbott announced Friday. The grant will also create a partnership between the Texas Veterans Commission and TDHCA to connect veterans experiencing homeliness with assistance.
The grants will be given to 31 organizations across the state for activities including outreach and shelter services, according to a press release. Local assistance for veterans will include housing, transportation and mental health services.