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
Foundation
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Minimum $5,000 per organization
CHUCKANUT HEALTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Health Cohort Pilot Award Amount: Estimated minimum of $5,000 per organization (Board discretion for additional amounts) for participation in collaborative and strategic work. Purpose:…

St Luke's Health Foundation Ltd · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Health Improvement Fund Grants: Magic Valley Status: ACTIVE Funder: Saint Luke's Health Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: January 26, 2026 Summary The Community Health…

GREATER LOWELL HEALTH ALLIANCE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Health Initiatives Grants Funder: Greater Lowell Health Alliance (GLHA), Community Health Network Area 10 Geographic Scope: Greater Lowell area (Massachusetts) Funding Source: Lowell…

THE UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT MEDICAL CENTER · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Health Investment Fund - Emerging Need Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: University Of Vermont Medical Center Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: October 30, 2025 Summary The Community…

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

Community Impact & Innovation Grants Organization: Chester County United Way Geographic Scope: Chester County, Pennsylvania Focus Areas: - Education - Financial independence - Health - Support for…

COMMUNITY WEST FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Community Impact Fund Funder: Community West Foundation Geographic Scope: Cleveland, Western Cuyahoga County, and Lorain County, Ohio Overview: The Community Impact Fund unites donors to tackle…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE OHIO VALLEY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Fund Overview: Most diverse funding opportunity from CFOV reaching all eight-county service area, supporting projects addressing needs to improve quality of life in Ohio Valley.…

THE DUPAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Impact Grant: Health and Human Services Status: ACTIVE Funder: DuPage Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: January 27, 2026 Summary The DuPage Foundation's Community Impact…

UNITED WAY OF HENRY COUNTY · June 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Overview: Community Impact Grants are how United Way of Henry County (UWHCM) invests local contributions from their Annual Campaign to fight for education, financial security,…

EASTERN CAROLINA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · April 17, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: Eastern Carolina Community Foundation (ECCF) Geographic Scope: Chesterfield, Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Marion, Marlboro, and Williamsburg counties, South Carolina…

UNITED WAY OF DESCHUTES COUNTY · May 16, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: United Way of Central Oregon Geographic Scope: Deschutes County, Central Oregon (Crook, Deschutes, and Jefferson Counties) Focus Areas: - Health, education, prevention…

United Way of Lake and Sumter Counties Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Impact Grants Overview United Way of Lake and Sumter Counties invests in local non-profit organizations whose services align with their three impact areas. The organization provides funds…

$1,021,000 total distributed across 70 programs
UNITED WAY OF WILL COUNTY · June 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants (FY26) Funder: United Way of Will County Geographic Scope: Will County, Illinois Program Overview: United Way of Will County awards annual Community Impact Grants to nonprofit…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR NORTHERN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Investment Funds Overview: The Community Investment Funds are the signature grant cycle managed by the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia in which funds are invested in…

OSHKOSH AREA UNITED WAY INC · June 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Investment Grant Funder: Oshkosh Area United Way (OAUW) Geographic Scope: Oshkosh and surrounding communities (Southern Winnebago County) Focus Areas: - Youth-Focused Education - Mental…

HEART OF ARKANSAS UNITED WAY · July 18, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Investment Grants Geographic Scope: Pulaski, Lonoke, and Saline Counties, Arkansas Overview: Heart of Arkansas United Way awards Community Investment Grants to eligible 501(c)3 nonprofit…

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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