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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Boston Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Boston Foundation: Safety Net Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Boston Foundation Inc Amount: US $50,000 Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary The Boston Foundation's Safety Net Grants program provides…

BOWEN FAMILY FOUNDATION · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Bowen Family Foundation Grant Program Mission: Helping to Heal the Children and Families around Texas Status - Grant applications are open from April 1, 2026 through September 30, 2026 - Grants will…

Bowling Green Community Foundation · October 10, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Bowling Green Community Foundation General Grants Program Geographic Scope: 43402 and 43403 zip code areas and school district areas in Bowling Green, Ohio Eligible Applicants: 501(c)(3) nonprofit…

THE BOYD FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Boyd Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Boyd Foundation Last Updated: February 02, 2026 Summary The Boyd Foundation, established in 2017 by Jenny and Randy Boyd, aims to improve the greater…

VALOR MISSION PROJECT · Rolling / Open Foundation

Brain Treatment Foundation Scholarship Funder: Valor Mission Project in partnership with Brain Treatment Foundation Award Amount: $15,000 per scholarship Geographic Scope: Nationwide (all 50 states)…

Up to US $9,999
City of Boston · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bridge The Gap Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Boston Amount: Up to US $9,999 Last Updated: February 10, 2026 Summary The Bridge The Gap Veterans' Services Grant, provided by the City of Boston,…

ST LOUIS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Bridgeton Landfill Community Project Fund Amount: $12.5 million total fund Geographic Scope: Communities near the Bridgeton Landfill in the St. Louis region Focus Areas: - Physical Health -…

WESTERN COLORADO COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Brownson Memorial Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Western Colorado Community Foundation Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The Brownson Memorial Fund Grants, established in 1985, have provided…

Boston Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The Bruce J. Anderson Foundation provides grants for programs, direct services and new initiatives in the fields of mental health (treatment, research and suicide prevention, with a…

BRUTTEN FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Brutten Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Brutten Family Foundation Last Updated: March 12, 2026 Summary The Brutten Family Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing access to the outdoors,…

US $5,000 - US $15,000
NORTHWEST MINNESOTA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Building Better Lives Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Northwest Minnesota Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The Building Better Lives Grant, offered by…

Omaha Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Building Healthy Futures Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Omaha Community Foundation Amount: More than US $50,000 Last Updated: June 22, 2025 Summary The Building Healthy Futures Fund aims to…

District of Columbia Department of Behavioral Health · Rolling / Open Foundation

Buprenorphine Drug Assistance Program (BUP-DAP) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: District of Columbia Department of Behavioral Health Amount: More than US $35,000 Last Updated: December 22, 2025 Summary…

District of Columbia Office of the Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and Justice · Rolling / Open Foundation

Buprenorphine Drug Assistance Program Grant (BUP-DAP) Status: ACTIVE Funder: District of Columbia Office of the Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and Justice Amount: Up to US $70,000 Last Updated:…

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

By Youth For Youth (BYFY) - Youth Grant Program Geographic Scope: Dane County, Wisconsin Program Description: By Youth For Youth is a volunteer committee of Dane County high school students that make…

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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