The Homeless Veterans’ Reintegration Program (HVRP), including its components—the Incarcerated Veterans’ Transition Program (IVTP) and the Homeless Women Veterans and Homeless Veterans with Children Reintegration Grant Program (HWVHVWC)—is administered by the Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS) of the U.S. Department of Labor. This competitive federal grant initiative supports comprehensive employment services tailored to veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. The program's goal is to facilitate a successful reintegration into the workforce by enabling veterans to access high-quality jobs and attain long-term employment stability. The current funding opportunity, FOA-VETS-26-01, was released on January 16, 2026, and remains open for applications until March 6, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time.
The program is rooted in a case management approach that requires grant recipients to assess each veteran’s unique circumstances and deliver individualized employment and training services. Recipients must offer or coordinate access to supportive services such as housing, healthcare, and counseling through local partners. They are also responsible for establishing robust referral systems and partnerships that assist in identifying, preparing, and supporting eligible veterans. These efforts align with federal priorities, including Presidential Executive Orders, focused on improving access to the workforce for historically underserved populations.
Funding provided through HVRP is directed exclusively toward employment-focused interventions. This includes job training, placement services, and other employment preparation activities. Grantees are expected to maintain a physical location within the proposed Service Delivery Area and validate service radius requirements. For most applicants, this involves submitting a StatsAmerica Big Radius Tool PDF confirming a 50-mile continuous driving radius; however, applicants from U.S. Territories and Possessions are exempt from submitting this printout per an amendment issued on January 30, 2026.
A broad spectrum of entities is eligible to apply. These include city, county, and state governments; nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status); tribal governments and organizations; institutions of higher education (both public and private); for-profit entities including small businesses; housing authorities; and faith-based organizations. Eligibility also extends to U.S. Territories and Possessions and workforce development boards under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Organizations must not have had a federal grant terminated within the past three years unless due to circumstances beyond their control. Furthermore, applicants must comply with non-discrimination provisions, particularly regarding religious affiliation or character.
The submission process is fully electronic and must be completed through Grants.gov. Applicants are advised to consult the HVRP program page, the 2025 HVRP Program Guide, and Veterans’ Program Letter (VPL) 06-24 for comprehensive guidance on the application structure, required documentation, and evaluation criteria. No pre-application gating requirements (such as letters of intent or concept papers) are stated for this cycle.
Awards range from $150,000 to $500,000, with approximately $23 million available for distribution among an estimated 63 awards. No cost sharing or matching is required for this grant. While the program is offered annually, the next expected round is forecasted for March 2027 based on recurrence indicators and the current deadline. The grant officer for this opportunity is Kia Mason, and general inquiries may be directed to HVRPFOA@dol.gov. The full announcement is accessible via the U.S. Department of Labor’s website.
