TheCity of Columbia,through a Request for Proposal (RFP) process, selects eligible agencies andorganization to partner with in implementing HOPWA grant funded programs. AllCity of Columbia HOPWAgrant awards are made through a competitive application process based on clientneeds, gaps in service, and ability of the agency to successfully implement theprogram.

To learn more about the HOPWA Program visit HUD’s website at www.hud.gov/offices/cpd/aidshousing/programs/

The HOPWA funding provides housing assistance and related supportive services. TheCity of Columbia’s HOPWA program addresses the needs of low-income personsliving with HIV/AIDS and their families by providing emergency and permanenthousing and supportive services such rental assistance, homeless prevention,health care and mental health services, chemical dependency treatment,nutritional services, case management, assistance with daily living and otherservices.

Public Notice - HOPWA FY 2012 - 2013 and FY 2013 - 2014 (pdf) (click here)

2012-14 HOPWA RFP (pdf) [click here]