The eligibility requirements are slightly different for different populations.
For adults unaccompanied by minors (all household members are 18+), they must be experiencing literal homelessness (in shelter, a place not meant for human habitation such as an RV without running water or electricity, etc.). OR
Adults imminently at risk of losing their primary nighttime residence within 14 days; when no subsequent residence has been identified; and the individual lacks the resources or support networks needed to obtain other permanent housing.
For families with minors, they must either be experiencing literal homelessness (in shelter, a place not meant for human habitation such as an RV without running water or electricity, etc.) or be “doubled-up” or “couch-surfing”— meaning they are housed with families and friends but are not on the lease.
Any individual or family who Is fleeing, or is attempting to flee, domestic violence; has no other residence; and lacks the resources or support network to obtain other permanent housing