All interested applicants are encouraged to apply. For new projects, this includes organizations that have not previously applied for funding.
Community Shelter Board (CSB) has released the FY27 Winter Warming Center Request for Proposals (RFP).
CSB has established a transparent, competitive procurement process for FY27 Winter Warming Center Operations and Housing-Focused Services. Qualified organizations are invited to submit proposals to operate Winter Warming Centers, provide housing-focused services, or deliver both program components during the period of December 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027.
The purpose of the Winter Warming Center program is to ensure individuals experiencing unsheltered homelessness have access to safe, low-barrier shelter during periods of severe winter weather while connecting participants to housing, benefits, healthcare, and other critical resources.
Applicants should demonstrate organizational capacity, operational readiness, staffing, fiscal stewardship, collaboration, and the ability to deliver housing-focused, person-centered services that emphasize participant choice, trauma-informed practices, cultural responsiveness, de-escalation, safety, and equitable access.
Eligible applicants include nonprofit, faith-based, public, and private organizations. Previous Winter Warming Center experience is valued but not required.
Complete proposals must be submitted electronically to
grants@csb.org.Applicants should review all procurement materials, including the Request for Proposals and Application, before preparing a submission.