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 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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Fund for Change Grants The Fund for Change Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The Fund for Change Grants support organizations advocating for social change, focusing on underserved communities.	Not published	$10K – $25K
Albert B. Craig, Jr. Award for Innovation in Behavioral Health Grant Staunton Farm Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Albert B. Craig, Jr. Award for Innovation in Behavioral Health honors individuals who inspire fresh thinking and innovative solutions in the field of behavioral health.	Not published	Varies
Advancing Community-Driven Mental Health Grant Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts Foundation for Expanding Health Care Access · Foundation Not published · $100K – $150K The Advancing Community-Driven Mental Health grant program, funded by the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Foundation, aims to enhance access to mental health services for adults facing mild to moderate distress.	Not published	$100K – $150K
Youth Philanthropy Board Grant– Sussex County Delaware Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Youth Philanthropy Board Grant in Sussex County aims to support nonprofits that enhance family success, particularly for at-risk families facing mental health challenges, violence, and food insecurity.	Not published	Varies
Veterans Assistance Grant Colorado Department of Military and Veterans Affairs · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Veterans Assistance Grant (VAG) supports the health and well-being of Colorado veterans through services like mental health, job training, and housing assistance.	Not published	Up to $100K
ACM Lifting Lives Grant Cycle ACM Lifting Lives · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides funding to programs that promote education and healing with a musical connection.	Not published	Varies
Lutheran Foundation: Community Grants Lutheran Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Lutheran Foundation offers Community Grants to support whole-person health initiatives in northeast Indiana.	Not published	$5K
Psychedelic Retreat Program for Veterans Heroic Hearts Project Inc · Foundation Rolling · $500 – $7K Heroic Hearts Project hosts retreat programs for veterans living with PTSD throughout the year and has helped over 1,500 veterans and veteran spouses significantly reduce their PTSD symptoms and improve overall quality of life.	Rolling	$500 – $7K
Melissa Ann Haught Scholarship Fund Grant The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Melissa Ann Haught Scholarship Fund, established by the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, honors Melissa's legacy by supporting graduates from Davidson and Williamson counties.	Not published	Varies
Alonso Award for Excellence in Psychodynamic Group Theory Grant Group Foundation for Advancing Mental Health Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The Alonso Award for Excellence in Psychodynamic Group Theory celebrates innovative contributions to psychodynamic group theory.	Not published	$1K
SACF: Community Impact Grants Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The SACF Community Impact Grants aim to support programs focused on health for youth under 18 and senior citizens in Cheboygan County and Mackinaw City.	Not published	Up to $1K
Grief Reach Changemaker Supported Community Expansion Grant New York Life Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $160K The Grief Reach Changemaker Supported Community Expansion grant by the New York Life Foundation aims to enhance childhood bereavement services across the U.S. This initiative encourages innovative approaches to support grieving children by…	Not published	Up to $160K
Wimbledon Foundation Community Fund Grant London Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to £10,000 The Wimbledon Foundation Community Fund, managed by the London Community Foundation, aims to support local organizations in Merton and Wandsworth.	Not published	Up to £10,000
Healthy Minds Fellowship National Congress of Parents & Teachers · Foundation Not published · Varies Fellowship opportunity focused on mental health and well-being of students and families.	Not published	Varies
Eddie C. and C Sylvia Brown Family Foundation Grant Baltimore Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The Eddie C. and C Sylvia Brown Family Foundation Grant, established in 1994, aims to support charitable initiatives in health, the arts, and K-12 education, focusing on the African American community in Baltimore.	Not published	$5K
Mental Health & Wellness Grants for Creatives Arts Council of Indianapolis Inc · Foundation Not published · $250 – $750 Support artists and creative workers in navigating and preventing addiction and substance use disorder. These grants help artists experiencing social and emotional challenges without sufficient means to obtain treatment.	Not published	$250 – $750
PHSKC Centering Diverse Healers in Youth Well-Being and Mental Health Grant Program King County Department of Community and Human Services · State Not published · Up to $300K The PHSKC Centering Diverse Healers in Youth Well-Being and Mental Health Grant Program aims to enhance youth mental health support by prioritizing BIPOC and LGBTQI+ organizations.	Not published	Up to $300K
The Hearing Health Fund Grant Sweet Relief Musicians Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hearing Health Fund, part of Sweet Relief Musicians Fund in collaboration with Sweetwater, aims to support musicians and music industry professionals facing hearing difficulties.	Not published	Varies
Sidney R. Baer, Jr. Foundation: Criminal Justice Grants Sidney R Baer Jr Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sidney R. Baer, Jr. Foundation offers Criminal Justice Grants aimed at improving the lives of individuals with serious mental illnesses, particularly schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.	Not published	Varies
Grief Reach Grants: Community Education Cycle National Alliance for Childrens Grief · Foundation Not published · $10K The Grief Reach Grants: Community Education Cycle, funded by the National Alliance for Children's Grief (NACG), aims to empower organizations that support grieving youth.	Not published	$10K
Healthy Living Grants Culpeper Wellness Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $120K The Culpeper Wellness Foundation established the Healthy Living Grants program in 2015 to support local organizations in their work to improve health and wellness in the community.	Not published	$120K
Annual Community Impact Grants program Fallon Community Health Plan Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $45K The Annual Community Impact Grants program by Fallon Health provides funding between $5,000 and $45,000 to support new or existing programs addressing critical community needs.	Not published	$5K – $45K
WCA Foundation- Project Investment Grant The Minneapolis Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $30K The WCA Foundation Grant empowers local women in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area by funding initiatives that address the urgent needs of women, including health, economic stability, shelter, and safety.	Not published	$10K – $30K
Mental Health & Human Services Grant Program City of Lafayette, Colorado · State Not published · Varies The City of Lafayette's Mental Health & Human Services Grant Program supports nonprofit organizations that provide essential services to Lafayette residents.	Not published	Varies

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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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