Center for Family Engagement Healthy Minds Fellowship Grant

The Center for Family Engagement Healthy Minds Fellowship, organized by the National PTA, invites active PTA leaders to enhance their mental health expertise over a 12-month cohort starting January 2026. Participants will receive a $1,500 stipend and engage in developing actionable plans to improve mental health initiatives in schools. This fellowship aims to empower leaders through workshops and collaborative efforts, fostering a supportive environment for mental wellness in educational settings.

About PTA
PTA is a network of millions of families, students, teachers, administrators, and business and community leaders devoted to the educational success of children and the promotion of family engagement in schools.
PTA is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit association that prides itself on being a powerful voice for all children, a relevant resource for families and communities, and a strong advocate for public education. Membership in PTA is open to anyone who supports the PTA mission and wants to be involved and make a difference for the education, health, and welfare of children and youth.
2025-2026 Center for Family Engagement Healthy Minds Fellowship
National PTA invites PTA leaders committed to supporting mental health efforts in school communities to apply for the Center for Family Engagement Healthy Minds Fellowship—a 12-month cohort beginning January 2026 for PTA leaders to expand mental health knowledge and leadership. Five fellows receive $1,500 stipend. The fellows will use the learning they gain in the fellowship to:
Co-develop and implement an action plan around a problem of practice related to mental health and document progress throughout the fellowship.Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Healthy Minds initiative by helping to improve mental health, wellness and the Healthy Minds program.Conduct train-the-trainer Healthy Minds initiative workshops to PTA audiences.
Time Commitment
Monthly cohort meetings2-4 hours of independent work monthlyAvailable for one-on-one support

Eligibility

Active PTA leader in good standing who implemented National PTA Healthy Minds program within past three years.