Updated March 16, 2026

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HSP Deadline – applications are due Friday, March 27, 2026, 11:59pm

If you would like to watch the recording of the FY2027 HSP application training, please click here. The presentation slides from the presentation are also available here. The provider local scoring rubric can be found here, and to access the HSP Policy guide, click here.

Maryland DHCD’s Division of Homeless Solutions leads the state’s strategy, policy, and coordinated response effort to prevent and end homelessness. This includes administering the Homelessness Solutions Program (HSP), which provides over $15 million in annual funding to Continuums of Care (CoCs) to deliver and organize homeless services in their local communities.

In state fiscal year 2027, DHCD anticipates nearly level funding for the State HSP and HUD ESG allocation. However, $2 million in funding from State Rental Assistance used to supplement awards in SFY2026, will not be available this fiscal year. As a result, initial budget estimates are reduced.

HSP prioritizes funding for projects that:

• Divert households who are at-risk of becoming homeless through creative problem-solving, safe family/friend reunification and mediation, and homeless prevention

• Rapidly and effectively connect people experiencing homelessness with mainstream benefits, income, and permanent housing opportunities

• Serve especially vulnerable groups, such as unsheltered individuals, unaccompanied youth, domestic violence survivors, and individuals with complex medical and behavioral health needs

• Implement evidence-based practices and demonstrate fidelity to best practice program models

• Deliver services in a safe, inclusive, equitable, and accessible manner

FY27 Application Timeline

If you have any questions regarding the application process, please feel free to contact Elisha Harig-Blaine at eharig-blaine@acdsinc.org or Bobbie Sullivan at bsullivan@acdsinc.org.