Louisville city leaders are investing more than $1 million in the fight against homelessness, with the goal of keeping more people off the streets and connecting them to long-term support.
Mayor Craig Greenberg announced $1.2 million in new grant funding through Louisville’s Homeless Initiative Fund. The money will be distributed to nonprofit partners, including shelters and outreach programs, to expand services for people living outside.
Deputy Mayor Nicole George said the grants are part of the city’s broader commitment to homelessness and housing services.
At St. Vincent de Paul, CEO Jennifer Clark said the money will allow the shelter to expand from 40 to 60 emergency beds. She said the organization’s 24/7 model has already been a “game changer.”
The application window for organizations seeking Homeless Initiative Fund grants is open through August 29. City leaders say the funding will support a variety of services, from shelter operations to outreach during extreme weather, with the goal of meeting people where they are and helping them take the next step toward stability.
Source: WDRB
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