Grants for Mental Health

Last updated October 24, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,583 active grants for mental health in its free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily. 63 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 812 list an award amount, with a median of $30K.

Grants tracked: 1,583; from 1,054 funders
Median award: $30K; middle half $10K–$134K
Total listed funding: $224.1M; across 812 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 46; 110 with a published date

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Player Matching Grant Program - Community Support NFL Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Player Matching Grant Program by the NFL Foundation supports nonprofit organizations and youth football programs with grants up to $5,000.	Not published	Up to $5K
Spring Grant Program Youthwell New Hampshire · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
NH Volunteer Engagement Program: Mini-Grants Volunteer NH · Foundation Not published · $1K – $4K The NH Volunteer Engagement Program offers mini-grants to eligible organizations aimed at enhancing volunteer capacity through training, technology, and program development.	Not published	$1K – $4K
Sharon Stephens Brehm Undergraduate Psychology Scholarships Grant American Psychological Foundation · Foundation Not published · $6K The Sharon Stephens Brehm Undergraduate Psychology Scholarships, administered by the American Psychological Foundation, aim to support outstanding undergraduate students in psychology who demonstrate financial need.	Not published	$6K
Camber Foundation Grant Camber Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K – $50K The Camber Foundation Grant supports community-driven initiatives in Eastern North Carolina, focusing on health, education, and economic development. It encourages nonprofits to apply for funding to enhance services without discrimination.	Not published	$25K – $50K
Nic Pagano LGBTQIA+ Scholarship Fund The Release Recovery Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Financial assistance program for families and individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community in need of support after accepting treatment for substance use disorder.	Not published	Varies
Mentoring Programs that Promote Humanistic Care (RFP) The Arnold Gold Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K Fund mentoring programs that result in enhanced capacity of healthcare providers to deliver care that is as humanistic and compassionate as it is scientifically and technically sophisticated.	Not published	$25K
LEAD Impact Grant Program Northern New York Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The LEAD Impact Grant Program, established by the Northern New York Community Foundation, supports nonprofit organizations in Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties.	Not published	Up to $20K
Educational Outreach Program for General Psychiatry Residents Grant Program American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The AACAP Educational Outreach Program for General Psychiatry Residents offers a unique opportunity for residents to gain insights into child and adolescent psychiatry.	Not published	Up to $1K
SC Opioid Recovery Fund (SCORF) South Carolina Hospital Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The South Carolina Opioid Recovery Fund (SCORF) was created by the South Carolina Opioid Recovery Act to administer and disperse funds from opioid settlement agreements.	Not published	Varies
Memphis Resilience Center Fund Second Presbyterian Church Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Second Presbyterian Church Foundation created the Memphis Resilience Center Fund to support a new ministry of the Christian Psychological Center (CPC).	Not published	Varies
Bethany Legacy Foundation Grant: Short Application Bethany Legacy Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K There are three types of BLF Grants/Applications: Long Application; Short Application; and Capacity Building Application.Projects requesting $50,000 or less do not need to submit a pre‑application; applicants will submit a full proposal by…	Not published	Up to $50K
SAMHSA Community Mental Health Center (CMHC) Grant Ozark Guidance Center Inc · Foundation Not published · $5M The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) awarded Ozark Guidance, an affiliate of Arisa Health, a $5,000,000 Community Mental Health Center (CMHC) grant to deliver services over two years.	Not published	$5M
Vibrant Communities: Health Grant Opportunity Colorado Gives Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The Vibrant Communities: Health Grant Opportunity supports nonprofits in Jefferson County by funding initiatives that promote holistic wellbeing.	Not published	$5K – $25K
EMERGENCY SERVICES and PUBLIC SAFETY – Rural Emergency Medical Services Training U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) · Federal Not published · Up to $30M Supports recruiting and training EMS workers who provide immediate emergency care, with a specific focus on serving individuals with substance use disorders and mental health conditions.	Not published	Up to $30M
Manatee Community Foundation: Competitive Grants for Health & Human Services Manatee Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Manatee Community Foundation offers Competitive Grants for Health & Human Services, focusing on mental health, access to healthcare, substance use recovery, and services for vulnerable populations including veterans and seniors.	Not published	Up to $15K
Andersons Fund Supporting Organization Grant Toledo Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Andersons Fund Supporting Organization aims to enhance the quality of life for individuals and families in northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan, particularly in the greater Toledo area.	Not published	Varies
Raiders Foundation Grant Raiders Foundation Nv · Foundation Not published · $3K – $25K The Raiders Foundation Grant aims to uplift the community by supporting military members, veterans, health and wellness initiatives, and youth development.	Not published	$3K – $25K
Stackner Family Foundation Grants Stackner Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Stackner Family Foundation Grants support organizations providing essential services to individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities or chronic mental health diagnosis.	Not published	Varies
John Edelman Scholarship Grant Student Veterans of America · Foundation Not published · $10K The John Edelman Scholarship supports student veterans pursuing careers in mental health counseling, offering five scholarships of $10,000 each.	Not published	$10K
Basic Needs Giving Partnership- Technical Assistance Grant Cycle Basic Needs Giving Partnership Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Basic Needs Giving Partnership Technical Assistance Grant Cycle provides essential funding to enhance organizational capacity through specialized support.	Not published	Up to $10K
MIHEF Behavioral Health RFP Grant Michigan Health Endowment Fund · Foundation Not published · $50K – $500K The Michigan Health Endowment Fund is offering a Behavioral Health RFP aimed at improving access to high-quality mental health and substance use disorder care for Michigan residents, particularly children and older adults.	Not published	$50K – $500K
Scholarships for Scholars Bo's Effort Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Black Giving Circle Fund Grant Hartford Foundation for Public Giving · Foundation Not published · $20K The Black Giving Circle Fund Grant, established in 2015, aims to foster sustainable change within the Black community by enhancing access to culturally relevant mental healthcare.	Not published	$20K

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About 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for mental health award?

Of the 1,583 grants for mental health Grantable lists as of October 24, 2026, 812 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $30K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $134K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for mental health?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are National Institutes of Health (43), American Psychological Foundation (31), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis (23), New York State Office of Mental Health (13), and American Psychiatric Association (12). In all, 1,054 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for mental health due?

Of 1,583 grants listed, 46 accept applications on a rolling basis, 110 have a published upcoming deadline, 305 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 1,122 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 51% fall in October–December.

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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