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.

1,662 grants
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Public School Districts’ Opioid Recovery Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

“the Trust” District Improvement Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Public School Districts’ Opioid Recovery Trust Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: November 03, 2025 Summary The Trust aims to…

Public School Districts’ Opioid Recovery Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

“the Trust” Innovation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Public School Districts’ Opioid Recovery Trust Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: November 03, 2025 Summary The “Trust” Innovation Grants,…

Public School Districts’ Opioid Recovery Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

“the Trust” Model Programs and Best Practices Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Public School Districts’ Opioid Recovery Trust Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: December 09, 2025 Summary The Public…

$25,000 - $100,000
THREE ARCHES FOUNDATION · July 24, 2026 · Annual Foundation

2026 Annual Grant Cycle Funder: Three Arches Foundation (Lakewood, OH) Mission Focus: Three Arches Foundation invests in nonprofit organizations that advance equitable access to care, specifically…

UNITED WAY OF GRANT COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

2026 Community Investment Grants Organization: United Way of Grant County Inc Status: Open - Letter of Interest (LOI) window is currently open as of December 3, 2025 Geographic Scope: Grant County,…

Deaf Organizations Fund · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

2026 Impact Grant for Deaf Organizations Status: Currently closed (was accepting applications through March 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM CT). Funding decisions will be announced in May 2026. Geographic Scope:…

Up to $30,000 for new applicants
THE PARKINSON COUNCIL · October 9, 2026 · Annual Foundation

2027 Funding Opportunities Funder: The Parkinson Council Geographic Scope: Greater Philadelphia area (Southeastern PA, Southern NJ, and Northeast Delaware) Focus Areas: - Research initiatives that…

Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Mental Health · Rolling / Open Foundation

230 Outpatient Fitness Restoration Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Mental Health Amount: US $18,000 - US $227,479 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary…

US $5,000 - US $25,000
Three Valleys Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

3VCF Community Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Three Valleys Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary The 3VCF Community Impact Grants aim to…

$500000 - $1200000
Human Services · April 15, 2026 State

470 Peer Support Warm Line Details - Agency: Human Services - CSFA Number: 444-42-3978 - Program: 470 Peer Support Warm Line - Announcement Type: Initial - Assistance Type: Grant - Estimated Total…

US $500,000 - US $1,200,000
Illinois Department of Human Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

470 Peer Support Warm Line Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services Amount: US $500,000 - US $1,200,000 Last Updated: March 20, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Applicants must…

Illinois Department of Human Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

510-FEPP First Episode Presentation Program NOFO Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services Amount: US $49,875 - US $131,630 Last Updated: September 25, 2025 Summary The…

US $150,000 - US $2,000,000
Illinois Department of Human Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

590 Crisis Care System Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services Amount: US $150,000 - US $2,000,000 Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Applicants must be…

A Better Chicago · Rolling / Open Foundation

A Better Chicago Grantee Portfolio Program Status: Currently NOT soliciting applications. Interest forms accepted on a rolling basis. Geographic Scope: Chicago, Illinois Funder: A Better Chicago…

A LITTLE HOPE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

A Little Hope Grant Program Funder: A Little Hope, Inc. (NY, US) Website: alittlehope.org Contact: granting@alittlehope.org Mission A Little Hope, Inc. is a not-for-profit publicly supported…

A LITTLE HOPE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

A Little HOPE Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: A Little HOPE Last Updated: March 21, 2026 Summary A Little HOPE, Inc. is a charitable foundation that provides grants to organizations offering…

ANN ARBOR AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

AAACF Community Grantmaking Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: September 29, 2025 Summary The AAACF Community Grantmaking…

Frequently Asked Questions

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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