The Emergency Shelter Grant ("ESG") Program is a federal funding source utilized by the Pasadena Community Development Commission to address homelessness in the city. The range of activities funded with ESG grants include homeless prevention, shelter operation, food assistance, counseling, job preparation, motel vouchers, and rental start-up funds. ESG funds are allocated by the city annually to local agencies serving the homeless population.

Agencies who wish to apply for ESG funds and/or to be included on the ESG mailing list should contact the CDBG Program Coordinator at (626) 744-8300 or email egray@ci.pasadena.ca.us