Grants for Mental Health

Last updated October 23, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,584 active grants for mental health in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 63 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 812 list an award amount, with a median of $30K.

Grants tracked: 1,584; from 1,054 funders
Median award: $30K; middle half $10K–$134K
Total listed funding: $224.1M; across 812 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 46; 111 with a published date

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Sallie Morgan Behavioral Health Scholarship Grant Northern Piedmont Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Sallie Morgan Behavioral Health Scholarship, managed by the Northern Piedmont Community Foundation, supports students pursuing careers in behavioral health.	Not published	$1K
State Inpatient Psychiatric Services and Regional Institutes for Children and Adolescents (RICAs) Maryland Department of Health · State Not published · Varies Operates mental health residential treatment facilities located in Baltimore City and Rockville for children and adolescents, who are experiencing emotional, behavioral and learning difficulties.	Not published	Varies
African American Unity Fund Grant Omaha Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The African American Unity Fund Grant, managed by the Omaha Community Foundation, supports initiatives that benefit the African American community in Omaha.	Not published	Up to $30K
Land, Health, Community Grant Program: Chicagoland The Lumpkin Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $50K The Land, Health, Community Grant Programs are: 1) Land, Health, Community Grant Program: East Central Illinois; and 2) Land, Health, Community Grant Program: Chicagoland.	Not published	$3K – $50K
AE Foundation Community Grants Ae Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The AE Foundation Community Grants aim to support US and Canadian non-profit organizations focused on enhancing the mental health and well-being of young people.	Not published	Up to $10K
H. E. Butt Foundation Policy Fellowship Resource Center for Congregational Mental Health · Foundation Not published · Varies An exciting opportunity for recent master's level graduates seeking hands-on experience impacting state-level policy through research, education, and networking.	Not published	Varies
MCMF: Mental Health Grant The Margaret Clark Morgan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies To improve the lives of people with serious mental illness by investing in innovative projects in Northeast Ohio having national transformational impact. The Foundation invests primarily in mental health programs in Northeast Ohio.	Not published	Varies
Norm Pippin Mental Health Fund White Bear Lake Area Educational Foundat · Foundation Not published · Varies Listed among the various grants available through the White Bear Lake Area Educational Foundation. Limited information provided on website.	Not published	Varies
Brain Treatment Foundation Scholarship Valor Mission Project · Foundation Not published · $15K	Not published	$15K
Wellness Grants for Leaders and Frontline Workers The Lumpkin Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Lumpkin Family Foundation has launched the Wellness Grants for Leaders and Frontline Workers to combat burnout in nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Up to $10K
BBRF Distinguished Investigator Grants National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation offers the Distinguished Investigator Grant, providing up to $100,000 for one year to established scientists with peer-reviewed, competitively funded programs.	Not published	Up to $100K
HillelWell Microgrants Hillel the Foundation for Jewish Campus Life · Foundation Not published · Varies Microgrants designed to help Hillels adapt and expand wellness offerings in response to student wellness needs. Help Hillels meet students where they are and address newfound wellness needs of student populations	Not published	Varies
Impact Grant Wellspring Foundation of Southwest · Foundation Not published · $50K The IMPACT Grant by the Wellspring Foundation supports organizations in Virginia's Washington, Grayson, Russell, and Smyth counties.	Not published	$50K
Partner Grants (Community Health & Preventative Care) Donate Life Foundation · Foundation Not published · $210K Grants supporting partner organizations committed to decreasing the need for transplants through preventative health measures and supporting recipients by ensuring access to care and resources.	Not published	$210K
The Thiru Family Trust Momentum Maker Grant Arizona Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Thiru Family Trust Momentum Maker Grant (Momentum Maker) was established in 2023 thanks to a generous gift from the Thiru Family Trust.	Not published	Varies
The Charles E. Kubly Foundation Grants The Charles E Kubly Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Charles E. Kubly Foundation Grants focus on improving the lives of those affected by depression through funding mental health projects. They prioritize initiatives that raise awareness, reduce stigma, and support suicide prevention.	Not published	Varies
Kenworthy-Swift Foundation Grant (Seleni Institute) Seleni House Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant awarded to the Seleni Institute by the Marion E. Kenworthy-Sarah H. Swift Foundation, Inc. to expand and advance mental health services and training programs.	Not published	Varies
APNA Memorial Scholarship American Psychiatric Nurses Association · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Dementia Care and Caregiver Support Intervention Research - Stage I Only National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies The National Institute on Aging (NIA) intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to invite NIH Stage Model Stage I research applications focused on the development of behavioral interventions for persons living with…	Forecast	Varies
TCF: Community Impact Grants Toledo Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Community Impact grant program employs a two-step application process. Step one is the submission of a LOI.	Not published	Varies
Trinity Grants: Racial Justice Initiative Trinity Church Wall Street · Foundation Not published · $80K – $350K The Trinity Grants: Racial Justice Initiative, spearheaded by Trinity Church Wall Street, aims to foster equitable justice systems through community-driven approaches.	Not published	$80K – $350K
United Tompkins Community Impact Fund Grant United Way of Tompkins County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The United Tompkins Community Impact Fund, managed by the United Way of Tompkins County, supports essential health and human services in Tompkins County.	Not published	Varies
Warren Lupel Lawyers Care Fund Illinois Bar Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies Provides financial aid and subsistence grants to attorneys and their families facing personal or professional difficulties.	Rolling	Varies
CommonSpirit Health Community Health Improvement Grants Oakes Community Hospital Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K CHI Oakes Hospital administers Community Health Improvement Grants through CommonSpirit Health to support community organizations addressing significant health issues.	Not published	$5K

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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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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for mental health award?

Of the 1,584 grants for mental health Grantable lists as of October 23, 2026, 812 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $30K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $134K. 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 (31), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis (23), New York State Office of Mental Health (13), and American Psychiatric Association (12). In all, 1,054 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for mental health due?

Of 1,584 grants listed, 46 accept applications on a rolling basis, 111 have a published upcoming deadline, 305 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 1,122 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 51% 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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