GRANT OPPORTUNITIES

PRIORITIZING COMMUNITY INVESTMENT

to equip Johnson County organizations

UCS is entrusted to facilitate and allocate a variety of funds to support community programs and initiatives that improve the well-being of Johnson County residents. Through a collaborative and data-informed process, UCS ensures that funding reaches the organizations and efforts best positioned to address pressing community needs—whether related to housing, health, substance use prevention or other human services. The goal is to foster sustainable impact and equitable outcomes across the county. Learn more about specific grant opportunities below.

EMERGENCY FOOD & SHELTER PROGRAM GRANT

Funded by FEMA and administered locally, the EFSP grant helps meet urgent needs for food and shelter in Johnson County through a local board that sets priorities and allocates funds.

Opened: MAY 28, 2025
Closed: JUNE 11, 2025

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HUD CONTINUUM OF CARE GRANT

As the lead agency for Johnson County’s Continuum of Care on Homelessness, UCS facilitates local review of funding proposals that support housing and homelessness services.

Opens: TBD
Closes: TBD

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HUMAN SERVICE FUND

Jointly funded by Johnson County and 14 cities, the HSF supports essential safety net services like shelter, food, healthcare and employment supports that help low-income residents build self-sufficiency.

Opened: MAY 8, 2025
Closed: JUNE 23, 2025

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SUBSTANCE USE CONTINUUM
OF CARE FUND

UCS supports the Drug and Alcoholism Council in distributing local Alcohol Tax and Opioid Settlement Funds to organizations providing prevention, treatment and recovery services.

Opened: MAY 1, 2025
Closed: JULY 28, 2025

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“This funding really does impact the health of the community. From our Commissioners to our elected officials to the Mayors of each city, they recognize the work that non-profits do and the impact we have on our community. I’m glad to see they value that not just with words, but also with action.”

JUSTIN GUST, EL CENTRO