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
Updated daily
$250,000 (emergency fund - currently being distributed)
NORTHSTAR COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

COVID-19 Relief Fund Status: One-time emergency fund (created during COVID-19 pandemic) Fund Amount: $250,000 special emergency fund Distribution: - First $130,000 distributed to: Sierra Community…

$250,000 total ($100,000 distributed, $150,000 remaining)
TAHOE MOUNTAIN RESORTS ENVIRONMENTAL · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

COVID-19 Relief Fund Status: Emergency fund created during COVID-19 pandemic. Initial distributions completed; additional $150,000 being distributed based on greatest need. Overview: A special…

$250,000 total ($100,000 distributed, $150,000 additional planned)
OLD GREENWOOD COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

COVID-19 Relief Fund Status: Special emergency fund (appears to be past program from 2020) Funder: Tahoe Mountain Resorts Foundation Fund Amount: $250,000 special emergency fund - $100,000 already…

$250,000 total ($100,000 distributed, $150,000 remaining)
TAHOE MOUNTAIN RESORTS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

COVID-19 Relief Fund Status: Special emergency fund (created in response to COVID-19 pandemic) Award Amount: $250,000 total emergency fund - $100,000 already distributed to initial recipients -…

AUTISM SCIENCE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

COVID-19 Research Grants Overview: Multiple rounds of grants launched in early 2020 to support autism research impacted by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions, evolving to fund research on pandemic's…

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

COVID-19 Response Fund Organization: Chester County United Way Status: Historical/Past Program (Launched during Global Pandemic) Overview: Rapid response fund launched to deploy resources to…

Pasadena Community Foundation · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

COVID-19 Response Fund Funder: Pasadena Community Foundation Status: One-time pandemic relief fund (2020-2021) Geographic Scope: Greater Pasadena area Focus Areas: Emergency assistance for…

Varies - examples include $90,000 total distribution to 14 grantees in 2019; $480,000 to 26 nonprofits in May 2020; $725,000 to 26 nonprofits in July 2020
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

COVID-19 Response Fund for the Pioneer Valley Status: Established March 18, 2020; multiple rounds of grants awarded through 2020 Geographic Scope: Western Massachusetts (Hampden, Hampshire, and…

$420,000 (2023 distribution)
ASPEN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Cradle to Career Giving Network Overview: A pooled giving initiative that brings together local philanthropists to explore issues affecting youth and family outcomes. The network allocates collective…

CRAIG NEWMARK FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Craig Newmark Philanthropies Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Craig Newmark Foundation Last Updated: October 29, 2025 Summary The Craig Newmark Philanthropies Grants, established in partnership with the…

THE CRAIL-JOHNSON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Crail-Johnson Foundation - Health Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Crail-Johnson Foundation Last Updated: April 28, 2025 Summary The Crail-Johnson Foundation focuses on enhancing the well-being of…

Crawford County Michigan · Rolling / Open Foundation

Crawford County: Opioid Settlement Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Crawford County Michigan Last Updated: April 28, 2025 Summary Crawford County invites organizations to apply for funding from the…

GREATER OLEAN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION DBA · Rolling / Open Foundation

CRCF: Mental Wellness In Cattaraugus County Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation Last Updated: July 17, 2025 Summary The CRCF: Mental Wellness in Cattaraugus…

Up to US $5,000
CAPITAL REGION COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

CRCF: Youth Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Capital Region Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The CRCF Youth Grants support initiatives that benefit…

CREATE HEALTHY FOUNDATION · July 1, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

Create Healthy Grants Program Overview Create Healthy provides grants and other donations to area non-profit organizations and public entities to support their work in key health and community focus…

Create Healthy Management · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

Create Healthy Grants Status: Active Geographic Scope: Gillespie County, Blanco County, Llano County, Mason County, and the town of Comfort, TX Focus Areas: - Mental Health - Early Childhood…

US $2,000 - US $3,000
CULTURESOURCE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Creators of Culture Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: CultureSource Amount: US $2,000 - US $3,000 Last Updated: October 15, 2025 Summary The Creators of Culture Grants, initiated by CultureSource, aim to…

GREATER GREEN BAY COMMUNITY · October 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Crime Prevention Foundation of Brown County Geographic Scope: Brown County, Wisconsin Program Description: A fund of the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation focused on promoting safety, fostering…

CROSSROADS HOSPICE CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Crossroads Charitable Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Crossroads Hospice Charitable Foundation Last Updated: May 16, 2025 Summary The Crossroads Hospice Charitable Foundation is committed to…

Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

CRSS (Certified Recovery Support Specialist) Success Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services Amount: US $451,468 - US…

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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