Grants for Mental Health
Last updated November 10, 2026
Grantable tracks 1,576 active grants for mental health in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 58 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 799 list an award amount, with a median of $30K.
- Grants tracked
- 1,576
- from 1,045 funders
- Median award
- $30K
- middle half $10K–$145K
- Total listed funding
- $223.6M
- across 799 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 46
- 98 with a published date
On this page: Federal State Foundation · Updated daily
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Rehabilitative Investment Grants for Healing and Transformation (RIGHT) Grant 4.0 CA Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation · State Nov 30, 2026 · Varies This Grant is to provide support to eligible community-based, nonprofit organizations for the purpose of delivering trauma-informed, rehabilitative and/or restorative justice programming in CDCR institutions. | |
| Behavioral Health Services Family Based Alternatives (FBA) HHS Request for Applications · State Nov 30, 2026 · Varies Grant program for family-based alternatives in behavioral health services. Supports alternatives to institutional care through family-centered approaches. | |
| Mental Health Grant (All Ages) Live Well Foundation of South Lake Inc · Foundation ~November · Varies | |
| Community Grants Program Junior League of Palo Alto - Mid Peninsula · Foundation ~November · $5K – $100K To create strategic partnerships with local nonprofits to drive meaningful impact in the community while developing member leadership and volunteer opportunities. | |
| RPSA Violence Prevention Services Human Services · State Dec 1, 2026 · Varies | |
| JBF Do Good Grant The Joe Burrow Foundation · Foundation Dec 1, 2026 · Up to $10K The JBF Do Good Grant, established by the Joe Burrow Foundation, aims to support innovative projects that assist underprivileged children, particularly those facing mental health challenges and food insecurity. | |
| Do Good Grant The Joe Burrow Foundation · Foundation Dec 1, 2026 · Up to $10K JBF reviewers evaluate proposals based on: | |
| Community Impact Fund - Financial Stability and Health Programs United Way of Indian River County Inc · Foundation ~December · Varies UWIRC is accepting proposals in the following Financial Stability and Health priority areas: | |
| Cooperative Research Agreements Related to the World Trade Center Health Program (U01) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - ERA · Federal Dec 8, 2026 · Up to $550K The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) supports research projects that address: (1) Physical and mental health conditions related to the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks; (2) Diagnosing conditions for which… | |
| Trauma Recovery Center Grant Fiscal Year 27/28 Victim Compensation Board · State Dec 15, 2026 · Varies The Trauma Recovery Center Grant funds centers throughout California that assist victims of violent crime. These centers provide wrap-around services and assist victims who are typically unserved and underserved communities. | |
| Community Partnership for Deflection and Substance Use Disorder Treatment Criminal Justice Info Authority · State Dec 15, 2026 · Varies The CP program provides funding to law enforcement, other first responders, and local government agencies to develop and implement collaborative deflection programs in Illinois that offer immediate pathways to substance use treatment and… | |
| 988 Minnesota Lifeline Youth Peer Leader Grant Dept of Health Grants · State Dec 18, 2026 · Varies Supports youth peer leaders in suicide prevention and mental health support through the 988 Lifeline. | |
| Funds for Administering Programs Funded Under Section 31n - Section 31n(12) Dept of Education Grants · State Dec 21, 2026 · Varies Administrative funding for Section 31n programs. | |
| Mental Health and Support Services Dept of Education Grants · State Dec 21, 2026 · Varies State grant (Section 31n(6)) providing funding for mental health and support services in schools. | |
| Mental Health and Support Services - Section 31n(6) Dept of Education Grants · State Dec 21, 2026 · Varies Funding for mental health and student support services in schools. | |
| Community Resource Development Funds Monmouth Cares Inc · Foundation ~December · $68K | |
| Meg's Legacy of Hope Grant Program Megan Butz Legacy of Hope · Foundation ~December · Up to $200K Meg's Legacy of Hope is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in the Northwest suburbs of Chicago (Lake Zurich, IL) that provides funding to not-for-profit organizations addressing and strengthening mental health services for youth and… | |
| Emergency Responder Health & Wellness Grant Texas Mutual Insurance Company · Foundation ~December · Up to $10K The Emergency Responder Health & Wellness Grant, sponsored by VFIS of Texas and Texas Mutual Insurance Company, offers need-based funding up to $10,000 for Texas fire departments and non-profit EMS organizations. | |
| Postdoctoral Fellowship in Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH) Healthsource of Ohio Inc · Foundation ~January · Varies The postdoctoral fellowship is designed to provide in-depth training in the Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH) model. | |
| Community Needs Grants Community Foundation of the Eastern Shor · Foundation ~January · Up to $10K Enable nonprofits to address pressing community issues including environmental conservation, mental health services, food security, and other community needs. | |
| Minnesota Community-Based Suicide Prevention Coalition Grant Dept of Health Grants · State Jan 8, 2027 · Varies Supports community-based coalitions working on comprehensive suicide prevention efforts. Eligible applicants must demonstrate capacity to provide comprehensive suicide prevention services. | |
| Statewide Suicide Prevention Coordination and Technical Support Grant Dept of Health Grants · State Jan 8, 2027 · Varies Supports statewide suicide prevention coordination and technical support. Eligible applicants must demonstrate capacity and infrastructure to provide statewide coordination and support. | |
| Cancer Challenge Grant - 2026-2027 The Cancer Challenge · Foundation ~January · Varies Funding supports local cancer services and programs including: | |
| Alice and Eugene Ford Foundation Grant Alice & Eugene Ford Foundation Inc · Foundation Jan 10, 2027 · Varies The Alice and Eugene Ford Foundation awards grants to 501(c)(3) organizations achieving measurable impact for individuals and families in the Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, Maryland regions, within its focus areas: Education & Skills… |
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Grants for mental health by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 46 3%
- Upcoming date published
- 98 6%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 305 19%
- No deadline published
- 1,127 72%
When dated deadlines fall
Share of the 98 grants with a published date, by quarter.
Funders with the most active grants for mental health
- National Institutes of Health 43 active
- American Psychological Foundation 30 active
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis 23 active
- New York State Office of Mental Health 13 active
- American Psychiatric Association 12 active
- AIM Youth Mental Health 10 active
1,045 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 1,576 active grants for mental health (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of November 10, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 10 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.
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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 1,576 grants for mental health Grantable lists as of November 10, 2026, 799 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $30K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $145K. 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 active listings, the leading funders are National Institutes of Health (43), American Psychological Foundation (30), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis (23), New York State Office of Mental Health (13), and American Psychiatric Association (12). In all, 1,045 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
When are grants for mental health due?
Of 1,576 grants listed, 46 accept applications on a rolling basis, 98 have a published upcoming deadline, 305 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 1,127 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 48% fall in January–March.
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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