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Notice of Funds Available

Notice of Funds Available (NOFA) are competitive grant opportunities. A NOFA is like a Request for Proposals (RFP). When a NOFA is issued by GCDD, we will post a notice on our website and on the DD Suite Grant Application website.

Housing Project (25SC1B)

Amount: $36,000 and $12,000 MATCH

Duration: Project begins August 1, 2025 and ends July 31, 2026

To apply: https://ddsuite.org/?nofa_id=2236 

Purpose: To define a housing approach for disability-forward housing in Georgia that would meet the goal of creating accessible and inclusive housing for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Schedule of Events:

  • Applications due by June 30, 2025
  • Contracts due by July 15, 2025
  • Project begins August 1, 2025

Details: The Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) is seeking proposals from qualified organizations to develop and implement a Housing Resource Hub for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) in Georgia. The project will serve as a centralized resource for housing navigation, advocacy, and technical assistance to increase access to safe, affordable, and inclusive housing for the I/DD community.

The selected vendor will:

  • Develop a comprehensive Housing Resource Hub that provides tailored housing solutions and support services for individuals with I/DD and their families.
  • Conduct outreach and engagement to increase awareness and utilization of housing resources.
  • Provide technical assistance to individuals, families, service providers, and policymakers on housing options, financial assistance programs, and accessibility modifications.
  • Advocate for increased affordable and supportive housing opportunities in Georgia for individuals with I/DD.
  • Collaborate with local, state, and federal agencies to coordinate resources and policies that impact housing for the I/DD population.

The awarded contractor will:

Component 1: Virtual Resource Hub for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) and Families

  • Develop and maintain a virtual housing resource hub designed for individuals with I/DD and their families.
  • Provide clear, accessible information on housing options, services, financing, and support models.
  • Include tools such as housing readiness checklists, planning templates, FAQs, webinars, and links to local, state, and national resources.

Component 2: Systems Change and Public Policy Advocacy

  • Provide strategic guidance to the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) and other stakeholders on housing-related systems change.
  • Engage with relevant state agencies to promote inclusive housing policies and person-centered supports.
  • Collaborate with communities and cross-sector partners to identify barriers and develop holistic solutions.
  • Support GCDD and partner coalitions in advocacy, research, and development of public policy recommendations.

Component 3: Inclusive Housing Consortium

  • Convene and facilitate a statewide Inclusive Housing Consortium focused on information sharing, partnership-building, and advancement of inclusive housing solutions.
  • Ensure participation from diverse stakeholders, including self-advocates, family members, housing developers, service providers, state agencies, and advocacy organizations.

Read more and apply at https://ddsuite.org/?nofa_id=2236.