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
State/ Foundation
Updated daily
Illinois Primary Health Care Association · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Mental Health Services Block Grant (MHBG) Funder: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Center for Mental Health Services (CMHS), Division of State and…

$200,000 (2023 cycle)
THE HEAR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Microgrants Funder: The Hear Foundation (Pittsburgh, PA) Overview: The Hear Foundation awards community microgrants to support programs that build peace and safety through positive…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE EASTERN SHOR · January 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Community Needs Grants Geographic Scope: Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland (Wicomico, Worcester, and Somerset Counties) Purpose: Enable nonprofits to address pressing community issues including…

Illinois Department of Public Health · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Network Anchors RFA Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Public Health Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: September 24, 2025 Summary The Community Network Anchors RFA…

Varies by grant; 2017 cycle total was $25,000 distributed among recipients ($3,229 - $5,000 per grant); supplemental grants of $1,250 also available
THE MOAA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Outreach Grant Organization: The MOAA Foundation (formerly MOAA Military Family Initiative) Geographic Scope: National; available to MOAA councils and chapters Focus Areas: Grants support…

WNC BRIDGE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Community Outreach Grants Status: Active, flexible grant program Geographic Scope: Western North Carolina Overview: Emergency and crisis-focused grants designed to address urgent emerging needs in…

Humana Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Partners Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Humana Foundation Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Community Partners Grant Program, led by the Humana Foundation, aims to enhance…

$7,500 - $50,000 per year
HEALTHY LAKEWOOD FOUNDATION · September 16, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Partnership Grants Geographic Scope: Lakewood, OH Funder: Healthy Lakewood Foundation Program Description: Community Partnership Grants provide sustained, flexible support to core Lakewood…

THE JUNIOR LEAGUE · November 21, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Project Application Funder: Junior League of South Bend, Inc. (JLSB) Program Type: One-year partnership providing trained volunteers and funding to support nonprofit agency programs…

WHITE COUNTY UNITED WAY INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Community Relief Fund (CRF) Status: Program closed as of July 10, 2021 Geographic Scope: White, Jasper, and Pulaski counties, Indiana Funder: Sponsored project of Indiana United Ways with funding…

$67,697.00 total (1-2 projects to be funded)
MONMOUTH CARES INC · December 29, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Resource Development Funds Funder: MonmouthCares Inc (Monmouth County, NJ) Status: The 2025-2026 cycle deadline has passed. Next opportunity expected in October 2026. Funding Source:…

ALTERRA MOUNTAIN COMPANY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Screenings Grants Overview: The Alterra Mountain Company Community Foundation offers grants to support community screenings of "The Paradise Paradox," a documentary exploring the mental…

City of Hillsboro, Oregon · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Services Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Hillsboro, Oregon Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: August 26, 2025 Summary The Community Services Grant Program, offered by the…

BAPTIST HEALTH FOUNDATION INC · August 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Support Fund Overview: Baptist Health Foundation and Baptist Health System created the Community Support Fund to provide grant funding for non-profit organizations aligned with their…

Approximately US $380,708
Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Support Team Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services Amount: Approximately US $380,708 Last Updated: March 31,…

THE CALIFORNIA WELLNESS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: For the remainder of the year, we will continue to make grants, but will not be accepting LOIs for funding consideration after the July 1-31 submission period. In 2026, we will…

UNC ESHELMAN SCHOOL OF PHARMACY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community-based Psychiatry Fellowship Geographic Scope: North Carolina Application Fee: $25 Overview: Fellowship program in psychiatric pharmacy practice within community-based settings. Limited…

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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