Homeless veterans in the United States

The Department of Veterans Affairs announced a record $1.17 billion in grants to 680 organizations nationwide to prevent and reduce veteran homelessness. The funding, to be distributed in Fiscal Year 2027, follows the VA's announcement that it housed 51,936 homeless veterans in FY25 — a seven-year high and 4,011 more than the prior year.

Of the total, $855 million goes to the Supportive Services for Veteran Families program for one-year grants starting October 1, funding case management to prevent homelessness and rapidly rehouse veterans and families. The remaining roughly $318 million supports the Grant and Per Diem program, offering three-year grants for transitional housing, transition-in-place services, and specialized housing for women veterans and those who are elderly, frail, chronically ill, or caring for dependents. VA Secretary Doug Collins credited the effort with expanding long-term stability services. States including New Jersey and Indiana have also reported recent progress reducing veteran homelessness through separate initiatives.

VA announces record $1.17 billion in grants to 680 groups to fight veteran homelessness after a seven-year high in housing placements.