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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WASHINGTON ASSOCIATION FOR INFANT MENTAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

DCYF Scholarships for ESIT Providers Funder: DCYF/ESIT Geographic Scope: Washington State Focus Areas: Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) Endorsement Eligibility: - ESIT Service…

DEACONESS HOSPITAL INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Deaconess Henderson Hospital Community Program Fund Funder: Deaconess Henderson Hospital Overview: A community grant program resulting from the merger of Methodist Hospital and Deaconess Health…

DEBORAH M NOONAN MEMORIAL FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Deborah Munroe Noonan Memorial Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Deborah Munroe Noonan Memorial Fund Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The Deborah Munroe Noonan Memorial Fund Grant, established in…

DEFIANCE AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Defiance Area Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Defiance Area Foundation Inc. Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: February 18, 2026 Summary The Defiance Area Foundation Grant supports…

CFD Research Corporation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Delta Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: CFD Research Corporation Last Updated: July 16, 2025 Summary The Delta Foundation, established by CFD Research Corporation in 2021, aims to enhance…

Denver Broncos Foundation · August 15, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

Denver Broncos Community Grant Program Funder: Denver Broncos Foundation Geographic Scope: Colorado only Status: Active, accepting applications on quarterly basis Funding Priorities 1. Youth Health…

Health Department · Rolling / Open State

Department of Health - Grants Grant programs are offered for: Rural health | Health IT | Health workforce training | Emergency preparedness | Primary care | Health disparities | Health promotion |…

Human Services Department · Rolling / Open State

Department of Human Services - Grants and RFPs Learn about grants, requests for proposals (RFP) and requests for information (RFIs) issued by the Department of Human Services (DHS). Responders may…

US $10,000 - US $50,000
THE JONATHAN B AND GLORIA A DETWILER · Rolling / Open Foundation

Detwiler Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Detwiler Family Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary The Detwiler Family Foundation Grant aims to…

DIAMOND EMPOWERMENT FUND INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Diamonds Do Good Scholarship Program (Northwest Territories) Organization: Diamonds Do Good in partnership with the Mine Training Society Status: Active annual program Partnership: Established 2018…

NFL FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview About the Program The NFL Foundation will provide up to $10,000 per team to address barriers to opportunity in two key areas of social justice impact: the digital divide and mental health.…

AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Direct Action Crisis Funding Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Psychological Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: October 30, 2025 Summary The American Psychological…

AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Direct Action Visionary Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Psychological Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $60,000 Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The APF Direct Action Visionary Grants aim to…

THE COMMUNITY FUND OF BRONXVILLE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Discretionary Grants Organization: The Community Fund of Bronxville, Eastchester, and Tuckahoe Geographic Scope: Bronxville, Eastchester, and Tuckahoe, NY (10708 zip code) Eligibility: Non-sectarian…

The Colorado Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Letter of Inquiry Deadline above designates the deadline to register for The Colorado Trust’s grants portal which is required to apply for a grant._ The Colorado Trust Our Vision All…

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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