Grants for Mental Health

Last updated June 13, 2026

There are currently 1,633 active grants for mental health in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

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.

1,633 grants
State/ Foundation
Updated daily

What grants for mental health are open right now?

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…

Maryland Department of Emergency Management · Rolling / Open State

Crisis Counseling Provides funding to help relieve grieving, stress or mental health problems caused or aggravated by a disaster or its aftermath. This program provides short-term services through…

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…

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

CSA Juvenile Court Assessment Program (JCAP) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Amount: US $507,852 Last Updated: April 28, 2025 Summary The FY26 CSA…

JACKSON COUNTY COMMUNITY CHILDREN'S · Rolling / Open Foundation

CSF Capacity Building Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jackson County Community Childrens Service Fund Last Updated: February 22, 2026 Summary The CSF Capacity Building initiative aims to enhance the…

Up to US $750,000
JACKSON COUNTY COMMUNITY CHILDREN'S · Rolling / Open Foundation

CSF Core Funding Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jackson County Community Childrens Service Fund Amount: Up to US $750,000 Last Updated: February 22, 2026 Summary Overview WHO ARE WE? In 2020, Jackson…

Colorado Springs Health Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

CSHF Grantmaking Program: Winter/Spring Status: ACTIVE Funder: Colorado Springs Health Foundation Last Updated: November 06, 2025 Summary The Colorado Springs Health Foundation (CSHF) invites…

Varies by round (rolling basis)
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE CENTRAL · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

CSRA COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund Status: Active/Rolling Geographic Scope: CSRA region (Central Georgia and surrounding areas across two states) Overview: A partnership between United Way of the…

CSX Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

CSX Charitable Investments- Pride in Service Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Csx Foundation Inc Amount: US $2,500 - US $25,000 Last Updated: April 04, 2026 Summary CSX Charitable Investments offers the…

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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