ROSS Rapid Response Program
Last verified by NonDilute: 2026-04-29. Official notice and agency instructions control.
If you manage HUD-assisted housing and residents face an emergency, this simplified grant gets you $112.5K–$250K in reimbursable funding fast.
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What this is
This is a rapid-response, cost-reimbursable grant designed for organizations already operating HUD-assisted housing who need to address urgent resident needs triggered by unanticipated emergencies—wildfires, hurricanes, gun violence, contamination, or major job losses. The program prioritizes simplicity and local flexibility in application and deployment. Awards range from $112.5K to $250K and support both service coordination and limited direct services. The application window runs from January 2026 through January 2027.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants include federally recognized Native American tribal governments, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, public housing authorities, Indian housing authorities, and other entities managing HUD-assisted housing. Organizations must serve residents of HUD-assisted properties facing documented emergencies.
Eligible applicant types
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
Full description — from the agency
The ROSS Rapid Response Program (RRP) awards one-time assistance via a cost-reimbursable grant for service coordination and limited direct services for residents of HUD-assisted housing. The RRP utilizes a simplified application process to promote local leadership and flexibility in addressing urgent social needs caused by unanticipated emergencies. Examples of these emergencies can include but are not limited to: • Natural disasters (e.g., wildfires or hurricanes) • Public health crises (e.g., gun violence, community-level contamination or environmental hazards) • Economic disruptions (e.g., closure of a major employment center that employs residents at the target site)
Topics: HUD emergency response · service coordination grants · public housing assistance · rapid response funding · resident emergency services
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