Which federal and state program funders require HMIS

Author: TJ Yocum | Date Created: June 25th, 2024 | Date Updated: July 17, 2025

What this is

This article is about which funding programs require client data to be entered into HMIS.

What you need to know

Knowing your program's funding requirements helps you collect the right data in HMIS. When you select one or more projects during a program enrollment, this triggers HMIS to show you the right set of questions.

If you're unsure about a project’s funder, ask your supervisor or grant administrator. Entering data under the wrong program can lead to missing info, reporting errors, and funding loss.

Federal and state programs

It is your responsibility as an HMIS user to understand your funder's program requirements; but we know them pretty well, too. 🤓 The following homeless service programs require HMIS participation:

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