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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EMDR Research Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

EMDR Research Foundation: Research Grant Awards Status: ACTIVE Funder: EMDR Research Foundation Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: December 23, 2025 Summary The EMDR Research Foundation,…

Vancouver Foundation · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF) Status: Past emergency program (COVID-19 response, 2020) Award Amount: Up to $50,000 per grant Geographic Scope: City of Vancouver Focus Areas: - Support for…

State of New Jersey Department of Health · Rolling / Open Foundation

Emergency Department Peer Navigator Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of New Jersey Department of Health Amount: Up to US $250,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The Emergency…

INDIESPACE INC · Rolling / Open · Monthly Foundation

Emergency Mental Health Grant Program Status: Currently paused as of January 21, 2026 for program revitalization; expected to reopen in coming months Geographic Scope: New York City Focus Areas:…

INDIESPACE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Emergency Mental Health Micro Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Indiespace Inc. Amount: US $500 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Emergency Mental Health Micro Grants, offered by the Indie…

TEXAS MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Emergency Responder Health & Wellness Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Mutual Insurance Company Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: November 13, 2025 Summary The Emergency Responder Health &…

GREAT MN SCHOOLS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Emergency Student Connectivity Fund Status: Active emergency response fund Geographic Scope: Minneapolis, Minnesota; serves Great MN Schools' portfolio of schools Background: Federal immigration…

THE ROOSEVELT INSTITUTE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Emerging Fellows Research Program Program Type: Yearlong research fellowship opportunity for college students Geographic Scope: United States (college students) Focus Areas: - Climate change - Social…

Approximately $3,000-$5,000 per award (based on historical data showing $30,000+ distributed to 8 nonprofits over 5 years)
HEART OF WEST MICHIGAN UNITED WAY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Emerging Leaders United Microgrant Fund Overview: A grassroots philanthropy initiative administered by Heart of West Michigan United Way's Emerging Leaders United (ELU) group that supports small,…

COMMUNITIES OF COASTAL GEORGIA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Endowed Funds - Designated Purpose Grants Description: Grants from endowed funds allocated to purposes determined by the donor(s). The Foundation manages nearly 70 funds, including endowments…

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

Enhanced Clinical Community Support Program (ECCS) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Amount: US $2,015,209 Last Updated: July 30, 2025 Summary The…

Episcopal Foundation Of Dallas · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Episcopal Foundation of Dallas Annual Grant Program Overview: The Episcopal Foundation of Dallas offers direct financial support through an annual grant program benefiting parishes, schools, and…

CENTRAL CITY OPERA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Equity in Arts Learning for Colorado Youth Grant Overview: A prestigious grant opportunity administered by Think 360 Arts for Learning, supporting innovative arts programs focused on equity and…

UNITED WAY OF RACINE COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Equity Through Technology Fund Geographic Scope: Racine County, WI Funder: United Way of Racine County in collaboration with Microsoft Launch Date: December 1, 2023 (second round of applications…

ES Veterans Association Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

ES Veterans Association Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Es Veterans Association Inc. Last Updated: March 27, 2026 Summary The ES Veterans Association Grant supports U.S. military service members and…

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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