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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Full four-year academic scholarship covering tuition, room and board, books, and meal plans
CHANGE AND IMPACT INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Change & Impact Scholarship Program Overview: A four-year full academic scholarship program for high school seniors who stutter, created by NBA veteran Michael Kidd-Gilchrist. The program provides…

HEALTHY ALLIANCE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Changemaker Fund Status: Active funding program (most recent cohort: 2022-2023) Funder: Healthy Alliance IPA and United Way of the Greater Capital Region Geographic Scope: Capital Region of New York…

$500 per awardee + $500 to nonprofit partner
BORN THIS WAY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Channel Kindness Awards Organization: Born This Way Foundation in partnership with Peace First Overview: The Channel Kindness Awards recognize young people ages 13-24 for their incredible work to…

US $2,500 - US $7,500
CHARIS FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Charis Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Charis Fund Amount: US $2,500 - US $7,500 Last Updated: October 11, 2025 Summary The Charis Fund Grant supports non-profit organizations in California,…

ARIZONA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Applications are accepted beginning the first week of January through December 1.  Note that applications are pulled on the 15th of each month, and the timeline for application review…

HUTCHINSON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Charles E. Carey Memorial Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hutchinson Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $7,500 Last Updated: December 19, 2025 Summary The Charles E. Carey Memorial Fund…

CHARLIE'S HEART FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Charlie's Heart Foundation Annual Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Charlie's Heart Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: March 07, 2026 Summary Charlie's Heart Foundation Annual…

CHARTERCARE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chartercare Emerging Health Care Needs Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Chartercare Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Chartercare Emerging Health Care Needs…

CHARTERCARE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chartercare Senior Wellness & Safety Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Chartercare Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: June 27, 2025 Summary The Chartercare Senior Wellness & Safety Grant…

City of Chesapeake · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chesapeake Human Services Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Chesapeake Last Updated: December 29, 2025 Summary The Chesapeake Human Services Grant aims to support non-profit organizations serving…

AMERICAN PSYCHIATRIC ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chester M. Pierce Human Rights Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Psychiatric Association Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: March 15, 2026 Summary The Chester M. Pierce Human Rights Award,…

MICHAEL REESE HEALTH TRUST · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Chicago Healthcare Workplace Wellbeing Fund Led By: The Sprague Foundation in partnership with Michael Reese Health Trust and other peer funders throughout Chicago Overview: The Chicago Healthcare…

Robert Vasen Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Children of Addicts Program Funder: Robert Vasen Foundation in partnership with Youth Eastside Services Geographic Scope: Seattle area (Eastside focus) Focus Areas: - Youth mental health and wellness…

CARING FOR COLORADO FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Children, Youth, and Families Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Caring For Colorado Foundation Amount: More than US $15,000 Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary The Children, Youth, and Families Grant…

CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL OF MICHIGAN · April 15, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Children's Foundation of Michigan - General Grant Program Funder: Children's Foundation of Michigan Geographic Scope: Michigan, with concentration on southeastern Michigan Mission: The Children's…

The Children's Guild Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Children's Guild Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Childrens Guild Foundation Inc Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The Children's Guild Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations in…

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis · April 20, 2026 Federal

Children's Mental Health Initiative The purpose of the Children’s Mental Health Initiative program is to provide comprehensive community mental health services to children, youth, and young adults,…

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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