Applications

CAP and HCRS Applications Overview

Applications for Clark County Community Action Program (CAP) and Homeless Crisis Response System (HCRS) funds are available on October 1. 

Qualifying nonprofit organizations under IRS Section 501(c)(3) may apply for funds. Private individuals and for-profit entities are not eligible for funding awards. 

The contract period will start July 1, 2025, and continue through June 30, 2027, with an option to renew the contract for one additional year ending June 30, 2028. Amount requested should be a per year figure.

Application Types

Community Action Program (CAP)

This Request for Applications (RFA) solicits applications for programs that provide essential services for Clark County residents living in poverty and help them move toward self-sufficiency. Priority service areas in each category for this RFA have been determined by the 2024 Community Needs Assessment. Only programs meeting a need identified below will be selected for funding. 

  • Physical health targeting food assistance 
  • Physical health targeting dental assistance 
  • Income and asset building targeting credit repair 
  • Income and asset building targeting financial planning/budgeting services 
  • Support services targeting transportation assistance 

CAP Application and Funding Guidance

CAP Application Link

Contact: Abby Molloy, abby.molloy@clark.wa.gov, 564-397-7832

Homeless Crisis Response System (HCRS)

This Request for Applications (RFA) solicits applications for programs that provide services for people living in Clark County who are at risk or experiencing homelessness. Proposed programs must directly support the goals outlined in the Clark County Homeless Action Plan (HAP) and the State of Washington Homeless Housing Strategic Plan. Funding is available for the following program types.

  • Rapid Re-housing (RRH)
  • Permanent Supporting Housing (PSH)
  • Street Outreach
  • Homelessness Prevention 
  • Temporary Housing Interventions (Emergency Shelter, Transitional Housing)
  • Core Supports (SOAR)

HCRS Application and Funding Guide

HCRS Application Link

Contact: Kayla Williams, kayla-renee.williams@clark.wa.gov, 564-397-7865

Application Timeline and Process

October 1, 2024Applications open
November 1, 2024REQUIRED Pre-Application due via email
January 3, 2025Full Applications due via Bonfire
January & February, 2025County staff will review applications and may request additional information
February, 2025Applications provided to CAAB Scoring Committees
March 5 & April 2, 2025Applicants will present proposals to the CAAB
May 7, 2025CAAB program scoring and awards announced
July 1, 2025Contracts begin

Technical Assistance and Questions

Pre-Submittal Workshop

A Pre-Submittal Workshop was held on Monday, October 7 at 2PM PST. This workshop provided an overview of the application process and requirements and was an opportunity to discuss potential applications directly with staff. A recording of the meeting can be viewed below and the PowerPoint presentation can be downloaded here.

 
Technical Assistance Drop-In Sessions

Clark County staff will be available during two virtual technical assistance drop-in sessions.

Questions

Questions regarding this RFA must be submitted through the Opportunity Q&A in Bonfire. Responses will be posted within two business days. Deadline to submit questions is December 27, 2024, 5pm PST. Answers will be issued to all applicants no later than December 31, 2024.

Resource Library

Community Action Programs

Reference Documents

Application Forms

Homeless Crisis Response System

Reference Documents

Application Forms

For more information contact:

Homeless Crisis Response System - Kayla Williams, kayla-renee.williams@clark.wa.gov, 564.397.7865

Community Action Program - Abby Molloy, abby.molloy@clark.wa.gov, 564.397.7832.