Homework Starts with Home

Minnesota Housing
Minnesota

Homework Starts with Home (HSWH) is a grant program focused on addressing homelessness and housing instability among students and their families. The program serves families with children eligible for a pre-Kindergarten through grade 12 academic program and youth (with or without children of their own) who are eligible for an academic program through grade 12 and who are without their parent or guardian. The program provides both direct assistance (rent, utilities) and supportive services.

Other Eligibility Requirements

Families with children (or emancipated youth) eligible for a pre-Kindergarten through grade 12 academic program

Eligibility Limitations

Does not limit eligibility on these criteria

Priority Populations

Persons experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness; Youth; Households with eviction notices

Required Documents

Required for income (general), proof of arrears that need to be paid. Self-attestation permitted for income (general).

Total Funding
$3,500,000
Funding Source
General revenue
Funding Year
2022-2023
Assistance Used For
Rent arrears
Current and/or future rent
Security deposits and relocation fees
Utilities
How Provided?
Rental assistance paid to landlord, housing agency, or approved vendor only
Data Collected by Program
Income; Race; Ethnicity; Disability Status; Age
Website
https://www.mnhousing.gov/rental-housing/grant-programs/active-funding/homework-starts-with-home.html