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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SAN DIEGO REGIONAL FIRE & EMERGENCY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Fire Department Equipment & Infrastructure Grant Program Funder: San Diego Regional Fire Foundation Geographic Scope: San Diego County, California - All fire departments and fire agencies in the…

FISCHER FAMILY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Purpose Statement The Fischer Family Foundation supports the mission of improving the lives of underprivileged and low-income populations primarily ages 8-25 in Southwest Florida through…

BETTY AND DAVIS FITZGERALD FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fitzgerald Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Betty and Davis Fitzgerald Foundation Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary The Betty and Davis Fitzgerald Foundation Grant aims to enhance…

$50,000 - $160,000
FLOATARAMA INC · October 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

FLoatarama LGBTQ Youth Fund Funder: FLoatarama Inc, Fort Lauderdale, Florida Overview: The FLoatarama LGBTQ Youth Fund provides grants to South Florida agencies aligned with FLoatarama's mission to…

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Florida Blue Corporate Giving Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Florida Blue Foundation Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary Florida Blue Corporate Giving focuses on enhancing community health through…

FLOWERS FOR DREAMS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview ABOUT US At The Flowers for Dreams Foundation, we are committed to funding small and local charities in our community. As a B Corporation, our partner Flowers for Dreams LLC has always…

Varies (examples range from $6,160 to $150,000)
Community Foundation for SW Washington · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Focus Grants Purpose: Place-based support to organizations disrupting the cycle of intergenerational poverty in southwest Washington. Geographic Scope: Clark, Cowlitz, and Skamania counties,…

Up to US $50,000
FOOTHILLS GATEWAY INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Foothills Gateway Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: FOOTHILLS GATEWAY INC Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: January 07, 2026 Summary Foothills Gateway, Inc. is now accepting grant applications for…

THE OKRA PROJECT · Rolling / Open Foundation

For The Boys Fund Funder: The Okra Project Geographic Scope: Not specified Focus Areas: Mental health support and transition-related expenses for Black transgender men Overview: The Okra Project…

IDAHO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Forever Idaho Grant Program - Northern Region Status: ACTIVE Funder: Idaho Community Foundation (ICF) Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: March 19, 2024 Summary The Forever Idaho Grant Program,…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR LOUDOUN AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Forward Turn Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties Last Updated: December 05, 2025 Summary Forward Turn is a youth-led grantmaking program aimed…

US $500 - US $1,500
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR LOUDOUN AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Forward Turn Youth Grantmakers Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties Amount: US $500 - US $1,500 Last Updated: December 02, 2025 Summary The Forward…

Up to US $5,000
JUNE & JULIAN FOSS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Foss Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The June & Julian Foss Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: April 20, 2025 Summary The June & Julian Foss Foundation, established in 1997,…

US $15,000 - US $30,000
THE MINNEAPOLIS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fostering Resilience Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Minneapolis Foundation Amount: US $15,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The Fostering Resilience Grant by The Minneapolis…

SOUTHWEST INITIATIVE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Fostering Social Connection in Later Life, Paul and Alma Schwan Aging Trust Endowment Fund Fostering Social Connection in Later Life grants will support projects that provide southwest…

FOUNDATION FOR DELAWARE COUNTY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Funding Priorities The Foundation for Delaware County (the Foundation) is pleased to announce the 2025 Impact Grants competitive grantmaking cycle. While we make some grants from…

Foundation For Grieving Children, Inc. · Rolling / Open Foundation

Foundation for Grieving Children Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation For Grieving Children, Inc. Last Updated: January 30, 2026 Summary The Foundation for Grieving Children Grant, a national…

FOUNDATION FOR THE MID SOUTH INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _Update: Foundation For The Mid South is starting an intensive Strategic Sprint to improve and grow strategically. To focus on this effort, we are pausing new grant requests until January…

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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