Human Services
HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS
2026-2028 Homeless Crisis Response System Request for Proposals (RFP)Skagit County is accepting proposals from qualified organizations with experience implementing homeless crisis response services. Only organizations that have previously submitted a Letter of Interest (LOI) are eligible to submit full proposals. RFP materials will be provided directly to eligible organizations. RFP materials are also available to view in PDF format via the links below:
Proposals, including all required attachments, must be submitted by email directly to Skagit County staff contacts Peter Miterko (peterm@co.skagit.wa.us) and Megan Starr (mstarr@co.skagit.wa.us) no later than Tuesday, March 3rd at 4:30pm. 2026-2028 Homeless Crisis Response System Letter of Interest (LOI)Skagit County is accepting Letters of Interest (LOI) from qualified parties experienced in implementing projects to provide homeless crisis response services. The contract period will be July 1, 2026-June 30, 2028. LOI information and additional details are provided in this document. Organizations interested in applying should submit a very brief LOI via email to peterm@co.skagit.wa.us. LOIs must be received no later than January 26, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. Please note, any eligible organization interested in applying for homeless crisis funding must first submit a LOI as outlined in the link. Only organizations that submit an LOI will be invited by Skagit County to complete and submit a full proposal. Questions and completed LOIs should be directed to Peter Miterko, Community Health Coordinator at Skagit County Public Health, by email at peterm@co.skagit.wa.us. 2025-2030 Homeless Housing Plan: Notice of Plan DevelopmentThe 5-year Homeless Housing Plan provides Skagit County with a guide to strategic plans to reduce homelessness in Skagit County over the next 5 years. The plan supports priorities and actionable goals that will shape the funding decisions and strategies for our homeless crisis response system. The development of this plan is staffed by Skagit County Public Health, and an advisory committee has been established to guide this planning process. Task Force members include members of the NorthStar Advisory Group and other community stakeholders. More information on the requirements and framework of this planning process are provided by the Washington State Department of Commerce. 2025 Strategic Plan Timeline
Public Engagement Future public engagement opportunities will be posted on this page. To receive updates on homelessness and housing topics, you may also sign up for the County’s listserv. Task Force Materials First Meeting: 4/21/25 Questions or Comments can be directed to: Skagit County Home ConsortiumFor information about Skagit County HOME Consortium funding opportunities, please check here. Coordinated EntryCoordinated Entry is a process for individuals and families in Skagit County who are experiencing or at imminent risk of homelessness to access homelessness prevention services and resources. Applicants will be screened for eligibility, prioritization, and program matching for a more efficient and effective system to access appropriate programs. Skagit County Coordinated Entry Policies and Procedures Housing Instability Insights - Monthly Reports
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