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
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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…

Serve Connecticut · Rolling / Open Foundation

CT AmeriCorps Formula Funding Opportunity Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Serve Connecticut Last Updated: February 22, 2026 Summary The CT AmeriCorps Formula Funding Opportunity aims to enhance…

JACKSON COUNTY COMMUNITY CHILDREN'S · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cultivation Funding Program Focus: Supporting organizations in early stages of program growth with the goal of preparing them for eventual Core Funding eligibility. Geographic Scope: Jackson County,…

Cumberland County North Carolina · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cumberland County: Opioid Settlement Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cumberland County North Carolina Amount: Up to US $800,000 Last Updated: April 28, 2025 Summary Cumberland County, North Carolina, is…

THE NETWORK FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cummings Foundation 3-Year Grant Program Funder: Cummings Foundation Award Amount: $120,000 over three years Status: NFSJ received this award in June 2025 as part of the Foundation's highly…

Cure JM Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cure JM: Mental Health Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cure JM Foundation Amount: Up to US $90,000 Last Updated: March 15, 2026 Summary Cure JM is committed to enhancing mental health care for children…

Clare Rose Foundation Center · Rolling / Open Foundation

CYD Teaching Artists Fund Status: Coming Soon Funder: Clare Rose Center for Creative Youth Development Geographic Scope: San Diego Focus Areas: Health and wellness grants for teaching artists…

THE DALE JR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dale Jr. Foundation Donations Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dale Jr Foundation Last Updated: September 14, 2025 Summary The Dale Jr. Foundation, founded by NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Jr., has raised…

SOCIETY FOR THE PSYCHOLOGICAL STUDY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dalmas A. Taylor Memorial Summer Policy Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues Amount: Up to US $4,500 Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The…

US $2,500 - US $10,000
THE DAMMANN FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dammann Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dammann Fund, Inc. Amount: US $2,500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: May 13, 2025 Summary The Dammann Fund, Inc. supports charitable organizations in New York…

DANIEL KEATING FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Daniel Keating Foundation Grant Program Overview: The Daniel Keating Foundation provides grants to organizations that lift up and light up the lives of young people facing financial, emotional and…

Approximately US $75,000
DANIELS FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Daniels Fund Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Daniels Fund Amount: Approximately US $75,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Daniels Fund Grants Program offers support to nonprofit…

AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

David H. and Beverly A. Barlow Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Psychological Foundation Inc Amount: US $7,500 Last Updated: February 25, 2026 Summary The David H. and Beverly A. Barlow Grant,…

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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