The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has announced approximately $45 million in grants to 10 organizations across Texas to assist Veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. These funds are part of the VA’s Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program, which provides housing assistance, case management, and access to critical services.
The Texas-based organizations receiving grants include:
- Families in Crisis, Inc. – $1,392,772
- Front Steps – $2,895,804
- The Salvation Army – $2,144,491
- United States Veterans Initiative – $1,636,643
- BakerRipley – $5,418,293
- Caritas of Austin – $1,137,752
- West Central Texas Regional Foundation – $2,105,553
- Family Endeavors, Inc. – $14,227,607
- American GI Forum National Veterans Outreach Program, Inc. – $9,136,450
- Recovery Resource Council – $4,900,165
Throughout fiscal year 2026, these organizations will help Veterans access housing and housing counseling, health care, financial planning, childcare, legal assistance, and transportation.
“Supportive services like childcare, housing counseling and financial planning can be important catalysts for preventing or resolving homelessness,” said Dr. Wendell Jones, Director of Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) 17 in Arlington. “These grants will help bring crucial support to thousands of Veterans in need across the nation.”
Nationwide, the VA is awarding $818 million in SSVF grants. Funding decisions are based on organizational experience, past performance, and community need.
The announcement comes amid broader improvements within the VA, including a 45% reduction in the benefits backlog since January 2025, the opening of 17 new health care clinics, and expanded access to care through extended appointment hours. As of June, the VA has housed more than 37,000 homeless Veterans in fiscal year 2025.
For more information on VA programs and services, visit va.gov.
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