PORTLAND, Ore. ( KOIN ) – Oregon will receive over $60 million for 140 homelessness prevention and support initiatives across the state, lawmakers announced Tuesday.
The funding — from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Continuum of Care program — includes over $50 million for 111 renewal initiatives around Oregon, $2 million for 10 new initiatives in Clackamas, Lane, Marion, and Multnomah counties, and another $2 million for planning initiatives in Clackamas, Deschutes, Lane, Marion, Multnomah, and Washington counties.
Additionally, over $4 million will fund Youth Homeless Demonstration program initiatives to prevent and end youth homelessness for people 24 years old and younger, including unaccompanied youth, and pregnant or parenting youth who are homeless.
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“Safe and affordable housing is a critical component to cultivating strong and vibrant communities. But under the crushing weight of our affordable housing crisis, Oregonians across the state are struggling,” Sen. Jeff Merkley said in a statement. “These new and continuing awards are vital for communities and individuals in need of critical housing resources and support. I won’t stop working to ensure Oregonians in every corner of the state have access to safe, dependable, and affordable housing.”