This dynamic guide is designed to assist communities that have recently obtained or are considering applying for Flexible Funding. Its purpose is not to dictate the use of flexible funding but to provide insights, learnings from other communities, and best practices.
Communities are encouraged to think creatively about how flex funding can enhance their local initiatives to fill critical gaps, drive local progress, and achieve their unique goals. Though this guide speaks largely to the use of Flexible Funding granted through Community Solutions, the guidance and strategies can be applied in any community with any combination of private or public funding.
Community Solutions encourages all communities to explore flexible funding opportunities to supplement local strategies to prevent and end homelessness: