Opening Doors Northwest Florida

Serving the Homeless
of Florida's Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties

Homeless Services Lead Agency for Continuum of Care FL-511

The FL-511 CoC envisions a community where no one is experiencing homelessness.
The CoC works as a collective body to ensure everyone has a safe, stable, and affordable place to live.
The CoC holds eachother accountable by committing to guiding principles.


Funding Update – November 2025

1. Rapid Rehousing Services
Applicants are being screened and referred to agencies with Rapid Rehousing Services.

2. Homelessness Prevention Assistance
State funding for Homelessness Prevention (including assistance with past due rent and/or utilities) is currently available exclusively through Catholic Charities.

3. Additional Programs
Several non-government-funded programs remain available and are not affected by state or federal funding cycles.  For a comprehensive directory of available community resources, individuals are encouraged to contact 2-1-1 or visit https://www.uwwf.org/211

Funded Agency Funded Service
Bright Bridge Emergency Shelter
Catholic Charities Rent, Utility, & Deposit
FavorHouse Emergency Shelter
Re-Entry Alliance Pensacola Temporary Housing
Opening Doors NWFL Limited Emergency Housing, Street Outreach, & Supportive Services
Waterfront Emergency Shelter
Family Housing Street Outreach

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2025 Continuum of Care Program Competition

Date: November 24, 2025

The FY2025 Continuum of Care (CoC) Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is now available at grants.gov.

This year’s NOFO includes $3.9 billion in funding—the largest federal investment dedicated to reducing homelessness. HUD is looking to partner with organizations that can help move communities forward.

2025 Continuum of Care Program Competition

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