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10/07/2026

⚠️ WEATHER ALERT | AL-507

Governor Kay Ivey has declared a State of Emergency for 40 Alabama counties as Tropical Storm Isaias approaches the Gulf Coast.

26 counties within the AL-507 Balance of State Continuum of Care are included:

Barbour, Bibb, Butler, Chambers, Chilton, Choctaw, Clarke, Conecuh, Coosa, Covington, Crenshaw, Dallas, Escambia, Greene, Hale, Lee, Macon, Marengo, Monroe, Perry, Pickens, Pike, Sumter, Tallapoosa, Washington and Wilcox.

ARCH encourages our partner agencies, service providers and communities to remain weather aware and prepare now. Please also remember individuals and families experiencing homelessness who may be especially vulnerable during severe weather.

Individuals and families who are literally homeless, currently located in one of ARCH’s 37 service counties, and seeking emergency housing assistance may call ARCH at 334-273-0668 and leave a message or complete the Housing Needs Assessment here:

https://statcrunch.pearson.com/surveys/view?surveyid=42741

Please remain weather aware, check on those who may need assistance, and follow guidance from your local emergency management officials.



https://www.wsfa.com/2026/10/07/state-emergency-declared-40-alabama-counties-ahead-isaias/

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey is declaring a state of emergency as Tropical Storm Isaias, which is expected to grow into a major hurricane, moves toward the Gulf Coast.

09/23/2026

📢 FY 2026 CoC Competition Ranking Posted

The Alabama Rural Coalition for the Homeless (ARCH), Collaborative Applicant for AL-507 Alabama Balance of State Continuum of Care, has posted the approved FY 2026 CoC Competition Priority Listing and project ranking.

The Priority Listing reflects the results of the local review and ranking process and identifies projects being submitted as part of the AL-507 Consolidated Application to HUD.

Applicants and interested stakeholders may review the posted information on the ARCH CoC Funding webpage at:

🌐 https://archconnection.org/program-funding

We appreciate the time and commitment of our Ranking and Review Committee, applicants, Board members, and community partners who continue to support efforts to strengthen the homeless response system throughout rural Alabama.

ARCH is a statewide organization developing leaders, strengthening organizations, and ending homelessness across Alabama: the ARCH Academy™ training pipeline, the ARCH Accelerator™ organizational development cohort, HUD-designated lead for HMIS and Coordinated Entry for AL-507, Collaborative App...

09/19/2026

The FY 2026 CoC Program Competition is officially moving forward again!

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has reopened the competition and established a new federal submission deadline of September 30, 2026, at 8:00 PM ET.

ARCH is immediately resuming the AL-507 local competition process. All project applicants should CHECK YOUR EMAIL for important information from ARCH regarding next steps, updated local deadlines, and the Ranking & Review process.

With a very compressed timeline, it is important that applicants review and respond to ARCH communications as quickly as possible.

Competition updates and information will also be available at www.archconnection.org.

Thank you to our partners for your patience and continued commitment to serving individuals and families across rural Alabama.

Together We Impact 37 Counties - ONE ARCH.

08/17/2026

Grateful for the recognition! Thank you, Serve Alabama, for acknowledging ARCH and the work we are privileged to do throughout rural Alabama.

We remain committed to strengthening communities, expanding access to housing, and advancing solutions to end homelessness.

Together We Impact! 37 Counties. ONE ARCH. 🧡💚

Happy ! 🎉 Today we celebrate the incredible impact of ALL nonprofits across Alabama and beyond. The organizations listed here are just a few examples of the many making a difference every day. Thank you to every volunteer, organization, and supporter working tirelessly to strengthen our communities. Together, we’re building a safer, more resilient Alabama! 💪❤️

08/10/2026

Late today, August 10, 2026, ARCH received the following update issued by HUD through the SNAPS Competition Listserv:

Due to the court’s order, the 2026 CoC NOFO and its August 26, 2026, application submission deadline are no longer in force as HUD is unable to accept applications at this time. HUD will communicate further guidance and additional updates via the SNAPS Competition Listserv and HUD.gov as they become available. A PDF copy of the 2026 CoC NOFO remains available for informational purposes on the CoC competition page on HUD.gov.

Based on HUD’s announcement, ARCH is pausing the AL-507 FY2026 local CoC Competition and all related competition activities pending further direction from HUD.

Prior to receiving this notification, ARCH had been proceeding with the local competition, including the Ranking and Review process, in accordance with the published FY2026 NOFO and HUD-established timeline.

At this time, applicants should discontinue work in e-snaps and should not submit project applications. ARCH will not finalize or publish project rankings, funding recommendations, or other local competition determinations while the competition is paused.

No action is required from CoC stakeholders at this time.

ARCH will continue to monitor official HUD communications and will provide updates to applicants and CoC stakeholders as additional guidance becomes available. Updates will also be posted on the ARCH website for public transparency.

Thank you for your continued partnership.

Alabama Rural Coalition for the Homeless (ARCH)
Collaborative Applicant | AL-507 Alabama Balance of State Continuum of Care

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08/05/2026

A big thank you to the ARCH staff for the many hours spent organizing and assembling the FY 2026 CoC Competition Ranking & Review Committee binders. Our goal is to provide committee members with a clear, organized, and easy-to-follow resource that supports a fair, transparent, and consistent review process for every application.

These binders include the materials needed to help committee members evaluate projects based on the established local competition process and HUD requirements. We know the responsibility of serving on the Ranking & Review Committee is significant, and we appreciate each member’s willingness to dedicate their time and expertise to this important work.

Thank you to everyone working behind the scenes to ensure the Alabama Balance of State Continuum of Care competition is conducted with integrity, transparency, and a shared commitment to ending homelessness across our communities.

Now…back to work!

07/27/2026

Ending homelessness takes all of us.

At ARCH, we know that no single organization can address homelessness alone. It takes strong partnerships among service providers, healthcare organizations, businesses, landlords, faith communities, local leaders, funders, and community members working together to create real pathways to housing and stability.

Across the Alabama Balance of State Continuum of Care, ARCH works to strengthen these connections and build a coordinated response that reaches individuals and families experiencing homelessness in our rural communities.

There is a place for you in this work. Partner with us. Become an ARCH stakeholder. Learn more about the homeless response system. Follow our work and help us share resources and opportunities throughout our communities.

Visit www.archconnection.org to learn more.

Together We Impact! 37 Counties.

ARCH is a full-service homelessness response agency serving rural Alabama — ARCH Academy™ training pipeline, HUD-designated lead for HMIS and Coordinated Entry for AL-507, Collaborative Applicant for the Balance of State CoC, and administrator of federal disaster and housing programs.

07/15/2026

A Landmark Step Forward for Housing in America!

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is now law, marking the most significant bipartisan federal housing legislation in decades. This legislation focuses on expanding the nation's housing supply, reducing unnecessary barriers to development, improving disaster recovery efforts, modernizing manufactured housing, and strengthening key HUD housing programs.

For those of us working every day to end homelessness, this legislation is especially meaningful. While it is not a homelessness-specific bill, several provisions have the potential to improve outcomes for people experiencing homelessness by:

✅ Increasing the supply of affordable housing.
✅ Expanding opportunities through public housing modernization, including additional Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) units.
✅ Supporting faster disaster recovery to help communities restore housing after disasters.
✅ Encouraging more affordable housing development in both rural and urban communities.

At ARCH, we know that housing affordability and homelessness are inseparable. Increasing the availability of safe, decent, and affordable housing is one of the most effective long-term strategies to prevent and end homelessness.

Read the full bill here:
https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/6644

Summary of H.R.6644 - 119th Congress (2025-2026): 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act

07/09/2026

We’re excited to introduce a redesigned website that’s easier to navigate and packed with valuable resources for our partners, providers, and communities.

Explore funding information, Coordinated Entry resources, training opportunities, news, and more, all in one place.

Visit us today at www.archconnection.org and see what’s new!

ARCH is a full-service homelessness response agency serving rural Alabama — ARCH Academy™ training pipeline, HUD-designated lead for HMIS and Coordinated Entry for AL-507, Collaborative Applicant for the Balance of State CoC, and administrator of federal disaster and housing programs.

06/03/2026

Housing opportunities may be available in Escambia County (Brewton) for eligible individuals and families.

To be considered, households must be experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness, complete a Coordinated Entry assessment, and meet any applicable eligibility requirements.

📞 Coordinated Entry: 334-273-0668
📧 [email protected]

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