Grants for Mental Health
Last updated September 30, 2026
There are currently 1,627 open grants for mental health in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 837 list an award amount, with a median of $30K.
- Open grants
- 1,627
- from 1,077 funders
- Median award
- $30K
- middle half $10K–$125K
- Total listed funding
- $233.7M
- across 837 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 46
- 120 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Trumbull Memorial Health Foundation Grant (Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley) Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley · Foundation October 15, 2026 · Varies The Trumbull Memorial Health Foundation is dedicated to Trumbull County, Ohio and prioritizes applications addressing three focus areas drawn from the local community health improvement plan - mental health and substance abuse, access to… | |
| DoW Traumatic Brain Injury and Psychological Health, Clinical Trial Award Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA · Federal October 15, 2026 · $18,600,000 total Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Traumatic Brain Injury and Psychological Health Research Program (TBIPHRP) Clinical Trial Award (CTA) intends to support clinical trials with the potential to have a significant impact on psychological… | |
| Advancing Research on Empirically-Supported Interventions for Older Adults Living with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) (R01 Clinical Trial Optional) National Institutes of Health · Federal October 15, 2026 · $3,000,000 total The National Institute of Mental Health intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications for research focused on the optimization, delivery, sustainability, and effectiveness of empirically-supported… | |
| Community Chest Grant Program The Community Chest of New Britain and Berlin Inc · Foundation October 15, 2026 · Varies The Community Chest supports programs in the health and human service area and will consider requests for: Current Priorities (due to challenging economic climate and federal funding cuts): Organizations serving children in regard to the… | |
| Western Reserve Health Foundation Grant (Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley) Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley · Foundation October 15, 2026 · Varies The Western Reserve Health Foundation supports health-focused efforts in Mahoning County, Ohio and prioritizes the same three focus areas - mental health and substance abuse, access to care, and community conditions and safety. | |
| Community Fund Greater Olean Community Foundation DBA Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation · Foundation October 15, 2026 · $3K The Community Fund is an unrestricted fund that makes grants responsive to the community's greatest needs. | |
| Community Grant Wisconsin Medical Society Foundation Inc · Foundation October 15, 2026 · Varies | |
| FY27 Student Support and Wellbeing Systems (SSWS) Grant Dept of Education Grants · State October 21, 2026 · Varies Competitive state and federal grant supporting student support and wellbeing systems in schools. | |
| Community Grants - Partnership Grant Yellowstone Club Community Foundation · Foundation October 22, 2026 · Varies Support for projects, services, and capital requests with well-established partners. A direct relationship with the organization allows for a sustained funding partnership. | |
| Community Grants - Catalyst Grant Yellowstone Club Community Foundation · Foundation October 22, 2026 · Up to $10K Supports new nonprofits with organizational development or the building out of a specific program. | |
| Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness (PATH) DHS Grant Funding · State October 22, 2026 · Varies Federal PATH program providing assistance and support services for individuals transitioning from homelessness, including outreach, case management, and supportive services. | |
| Optimizing Behavioral Sleep Interventions for Adolescents and Young Adults (R34 Clinical Trial Required) National Institutes of Health · Federal October 22, 2026 · $1,500,000 total The National Institute of Mental Health intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications for pilot research to adapt, optimize, and test behavioral interventions that address common sleep problems in… | |
| Mental Health Safety Net Grant Program Dept of Health Grants · State October 23, 2026 · Varies Grant program supporting community mental health centers and clinics designated as Essential Community Providers to provide mental health safety net services. | |
| Mental Health Cultural Community Continuing Education Grant for Trainers Dept of Health Grants · State October 26, 2026 · Varies Grant program to support continuing education for trainers in mental health cultural community contexts. | |
| Scaling Dyadic Care Grant Program Department of Health Care Services · State October 26, 2026 · $50M – $70M The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) launched the Scaling Dyadic Care Grant Program to make relationship-centered, family-focused behavioral health care a routine and accessible component of pediatric services throughout… | |
| Community Clinic Grant Program Dept of Health Grants · State October 30, 2026 · Varies Funding for nonprofit clinics, government entities, and Indian Health Services units providing preventative, medical, dental, or mental health primary care services to low-income or rural populations. | |
| Recovery Community Center FY27-2 eCivis Grants Network (direct) · State October 30, 2026 · Varies Grant program for recovery community centers under the Behavioral Healthcare Division. | |
| Larry and Joan Kelly Scholarship Sma Healthcare Foundation Inc · Foundation October 31, 2026 · $2K The Larry and Joan Kelly Scholarship Fund was established in 2019 to support local students pursuing a healthcare degree with a focus on behavioral health. | |
| Helping Hands Grants (Christopher K. Jarvi) Anaheim Community Foundation · Foundation October 31, 2026 · $500 – $3K The Christopher K. Jarvi Helping Hands Grants program focuses on strengthening youth, residents and community through supporting community-based organizations. | |
| FLoatarama LGBTQ Youth Fund Floatarama Inc · Foundation October 31, 2026 · $50K – $160K The FLoatarama LGBTQ Youth Fund provides grants to South Florida agencies aligned with FLoatarama's mission to support LGBTQ+ Youth. As of 2026, over $412,134 has been granted to date. | |
| Eastside Community Aid Grant Fund Eastside Community Aid · Foundation October 31, 2026 · Varies | |
| Crime Prevention Foundation of Brown County Greater Green Bay Community Foundation Inc · Foundation October 31, 2026 · Varies A fund of the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation focused on promoting safety, fostering personal development, and addressing root causes of harmful or unsafe behavior. | |
| Youth Grant Program Vystar Foundation Inc · Foundation October 31, 2026 · Up to $20K Grant decisions made by Foundation staff and Board of Directors based on: VyStar Foundation is the philanthropic arm of VyStar Credit Union, established in 2021 as a 501(c)(3) charity. | |
| APsA Fellowship The American Psychoanalytic Association Inc · Foundation October 31, 2026 · Varies An early-career initiative aimed at future leaders and educators in fields of academia, mental health, psychiatry, psychology, social work, nurse practitioners, and multidisciplinary endeavors. |
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Grants for mental health by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 46 3%
- Upcoming date published
- 120 7%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 298 18%
- No deadline published
- 1,163 71%
When dated deadlines fall
Share of the 120 grants with a published date, by quarter.
Funders with the most open grants for mental health
- National Institutes of Health 46 open
- American Psychological Foundation 31 open
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis 23 open
- New York State Office of Mental Health 13 open
- American Psychiatric Association 12 open
- AIM Youth Mental Health 10 open
1,077 funders have at least one open grant in this category.
Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 1,627 open grants for mental health (active, with a deadline today or later or none published) as of September 30, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 13 listed amounts over $10M are left out, since they're usually program-wide totals rather than single awards.
About grants for mental health
Mental health grants fund counseling services, crisis intervention, substance abuse treatment, community wellness programs, and research. SAMHSA is the primary federal funder, distributing billions annually. State mental health agencies, the NIH, and foundations like the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the Hogg Foundation provide additional support.
A long list is the starting point, not the shortlist. Our grant prospecting guide shows how to narrow grants for mental health down to the funders most likely to say yes, using their giving records.
Grants for Mental Health by state
Browse grants for mental health available to organizations in 25 states.
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Top funders for mental health
Foundations and grantmakers active in mental health & crisis intervention — explore each funder's giving history, typical grant sizes, and what they fund.
- South Florida Behavioral Health Network Miami, FL $137.5M given/yr
- Caring for Denver Foundation Denver, CO $43.6M given/yr
- Oneohio Recovery Foundation Inc Westerville, OH $35.6M given/yr
- Perigee Fund Seattle, WA $18.4M given/yr
- Dauten Family Foundation Chicago, IL $18.3M given/yr
- Bucks County Drug & Alcohol Commission Inc Doylestown, PA $12.6M given/yr
- Florida Council Against Sexual Violence Inc Tallahassee, FL $12.2M given/yr
- Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence Springfield, IL $10.6M given/yr
- Council on Chemical Abuse Inc Reading, PA $10.1M given/yr
- American Foundation for Suicide Prevention New York, NY $7.2M given/yr
- Child Mind Institute Inc New York, NY $6.1M given/yr
- Seriousfun Children's Network Norwalk, CT $5.4M given/yr
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do grants for mental health award?
Of the 1,627 open grants for mental health Grantable lists as of September 30, 2026, 837 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $30K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $125K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.
Which funders offer the most grants for mental health?
By number of open listings, the most active funders are National Institutes of Health (46), American Psychological Foundation (31), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis (23), New York State Office of Mental Health (13), and American Psychiatric Association (12). In all, 1,077 funders have at least one open grant in this category.
When are grants for mental health due?
Of 1,627 open grants, 46 accept applications on a rolling basis, 120 have a published upcoming deadline, 298 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 1,163 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 52% fall in October–December.
What is SAMHSA and what grants does it offer?
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the primary federal agency funding mental health and substance use services. Major grant programs include Community Mental Health Services Block Grants, Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Block Grants, and competitive grants for crisis services, youth mental health, and workforce development.
Can schools get mental health grants?
Yes. The Department of Education's School-Based Mental Health Services Grant and Mental Health Service Professional Demonstration Grant both fund school counseling. SAMHSA's Project AWARE supports school mental health. Foundations like the Jed Foundation and Sandy Hook Promise also fund school-based mental health programs.
Are there grants for telehealth mental health services?
Yes. HRSA's Telehealth Programs fund mental health telehealth infrastructure. SAMHSA has funded telehealth-enabled behavioral health services. The FCC's Connected Care Pilot Program supports telehealth connectivity. Private foundations increasingly fund innovative delivery models including telehealth.
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