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 state 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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ACNP Honorific Awards - Public Service Award Grant American College of Neuropsychopharmacology Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The ACNP Honorific Awards - Public Service Award recognizes exceptional contributions to public policy and mental health advocacy, particularly in brain diseases.	Not published	Varies
MetLife Community Impact Grant Program (United States) Metlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: This page is for the United States. In the U.S. there is an open call for applications.	Not published	Varies
West Central Initiative Community Grants (Annual Grantmaking) West Central Initiative · Foundation Not published · Varies West Central Initiative awards grants annually to regional organizations through a competitive grantmaking process. Recent grant rounds have distributed $700,000+ to 46+ regional organizations.	Not published	Varies
Allegan County Community Foundation: PRIDE Fund Grant The Allegan County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Allegan County Community Foundation is committed to supporting programs that create meaningful impact across our community.	Not published	Varies
Social Services Grant Program City of Naperville, Illinois · State Not published · Varies The Social Services Grant Program, offered by the City of Naperville, aims to enhance community welfare through financial support for social services.	Not published	Varies
San Antonio Area Foundation: Capital and Naming Rights Grants San Antonio Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2.5M The San Antonio Area Foundation offers Capital and Naming Rights Grants to support local projects and initiatives honoring John L. Santikos.	Not published	$2.5M
CRCF: Youth Grants Capital Region Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The CRCF Youth Grants support initiatives that benefit teens aged 12-18 in Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties, Michigan.	Not published	Up to $5K
Rural Older Adult Mini-Grant (ROAM) Association of Oregon Community Mental Health Programs · Foundation Not published · $8K – $15K AOCMHP, with funding from the Oregon Health Authority, offers one-time Rural Older Adult Mini-Grants (ROAM) of $8,000 to $15,000 to support social engagement among isolated rural and remote older adults in Oregon, to increase social…	Not published	$8K – $15K
Healthy Communities Initiative Grant Pallottine Foundation of Buckhannon West Virginia · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Healthy Communities Initiative Grant, offered by the Pallottine Foundation of Buckhannon, aims to support nonprofit organizations in West Virginia.	Not published	Up to $25K
Caesars Regional & Property Giving Grant The Caesars Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Caesars Foundation supports community-focused organizations through monetary and in-kind donations, prioritizing strategic areas like social equity, climate action, and mental health.	Not published	Varies
Sidney R. Baer, Jr. Foundation: Clinical Research Grants Sidney R Baer Jr Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sidney R. Baer, Jr. Foundation offers Clinical Research Grants to support advancements in the treatment and understanding of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.	Not published	Varies
Give Smart Montgomery Central Alabama Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Give Smart Montgomery Fund supports nonprofits providing programs or projects that address the categories of homelessness, mental health and/or substance abuse in regards to panhandlers in Montgomery County, Alabama.	Not published	Varies
Community Screenings - The Paradise Paradox Alterra Mountain Company Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Alterra Mountain Company Community Foundation offers grants to support community screenings of "The Paradise Paradox," a documentary exploring the mental health crisis affecting America's mountain towns.	Not published	Up to $5K
Screening & Treatment for Maternal Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders (MMHSUD) Grant FORECAST Health Resources and Services Administration · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The MMHSUD Program, funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration, enhances maternal mental health and addresses substance use disorders for pregnant and postpartum women.	Not published	Up to $500K
Kempner Fund: Core Grants: Empowered Youth Harris & Eliza Kempner Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $20K – $75K The Harris and Eliza Kempner Fund's Core Grants Program focuses on Empowered Youth, aiming to address significant challenges faced by Galveston's youth.	Not published	$20K – $75K
Safety Through Recovery, Engagement, and Evidence-Based Treatment and Support Grant FORECAST Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis · Foundation Not published · Varies The Safety Through Recovery program aims to provide essential street-based engagement, treatment, and recovery support services to individuals experiencing homelessness.	Not published	Varies
Sompo Foundation Grant Sompo Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sompo Foundation Grant aims to foster positive and sustainable change in education, health, and wellness, particularly for underserved communities.	Not published	Varies
Community Foundation of South Alabama: Mental & Physical Health Grant The Community Foundation of South Alabama · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The Community Foundation of South Alabama offers grants to support mental and physical health initiatives in Baldwin and Mobile counties.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Leonard-Litz Foundation: LGBTQ+ Community Grants Leonard Litz Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Leonard Litz Foundation supports LGBTQ+ organizations through grants that promote health, wellness, crisis intervention, racial justice, advocacy, and social assistance.	Not published	Varies
Alcohol-PTSD Comorbidity: Preclinical Studies of Models and Mechanisms (R01) Cohen Veterans Bioscience Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies This funding opportunity encourages Research Project Grant (R01) applications that will further the development, validation and/or application of animal models for mechanistic studies on the comorbidity of PTSD and alcohol use disorders.	Not published	Varies
Strengthening the Mental Health of Rural and Rural Border Communities Grants Hogg Foundation for Mental Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The Hogg Foundation for Mental Health invites proposals for the "Strengthening the Mental Health of Rural and Rural Border Communities Grants." This initiative aims to empower rural Texas communities by fostering local solutions for mental…	Not published	Up to $75K
Mental Health Screening in Schools-Year 3 Grant New Jersey Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $67K – $90K The Mental Health Screening in Schools-Year 3 program, funded by the New Jersey Department of Education, aims to support Local Education Agencies (LEAs) in implementing depression screening for students in grades seven to twelve.	Not published	$67K – $90K
Rape Prevention Education Grant South Dakota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · Varies Sexual violence is any sexual activity where consent is not freely given.	Not published	Varies
Cobb County- Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Cobb County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cobb County Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) aims to enhance public safety and support criminal justice initiatives by providing federal funding to local governments and organizations.	Not published	Varies

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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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