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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ADAMH Board of Franklin County · Rolling / Open Foundation

ADAMH Community Mini-Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: ADAMH Board of Franklin County Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The ADAMH Community Mini-Grant Program supports…

Adams County · Rolling / Open Foundation

Adams County Opioid Settlement Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Adams County Last Updated: November 28, 2025 Summary The Adams County Opioid Settlement Fund aims to address substance use disorders…

ADM Board County of Summit · Rolling / Open Foundation

ADM Board County of Summit: Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: ADM Board County of Summit Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Completed applications are due…

BLUE CROSS AND BLUE SHIELD OF MASSACHUSETTS FOUNDATION FOR EXPANDING HEALTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

Advancing Community-Driven Mental Health Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Foundation Amount: US $100,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: July 23, 2025 Summary The…

AE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

AE Foundation Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: AE FOUNDATION Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 10, 2026 Summary The AE Foundation Community Grants aim to support US and Canadian…

The Aerie Real Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Aerie Real Foundation: Community Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Aerie Real Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The Aerie Real Foundation™ Community Grant aims…

AMERICAN EAGLE OUTFITTERS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Proposals are accepted for the Aerie Real Foundation™ Community Grants program on a rolling basis._ Aerie Real Foundation Our Mission REAL Means Confidence. The Aerie Real Foundation™…

AFFINITY LEGACY INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Affinity Legacy Community Grant Program Overview: Affinity Legacy provides grants to eligible organizations that provide services to people within Affinity's 10-county service area. The program aims…

US $15,000 - US $75,000
The Chicago Community Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

African American Legacy Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Chicago Community Trust Amount: US $15,000 - US $75,000 Last Updated: March 27, 2026 Summary The African American Legacy Grants, initiated by…

Omaha Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

African American Unity Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Omaha Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The African American Unity Fund Grant, managed by…

AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR SUICIDE · Rolling / Open Foundation

AFSP Distinguished Investigator Innovation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Amount: Up to US $150,000 Last Updated: October 01, 2025 Summary The AFSP…

AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR SUICIDE · Rolling / Open Foundation

AFSP Focus Grants: Blue sky research grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: October 20, 2025 Summary The AFSP Focus Grants:…

AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR SUICIDE · Rolling / Open Foundation

AFSP Focus Grants: Short-term risk Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: October 20, 2025 Summary The AFSP Focus Grants for…

$2,500 - $25,000 (varies by county: Chenango $25,000, Delaware $5,000, Otsego $10,000, Madison $10,000)
UNITED WAY OF MID RURAL NEW YORK INC · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Agency Grant Application Funder: United Way of Mid Rural New York Inc Overview: Competitive grants designed to focus, enhance, and/or expand an organization's existing programs and services, or as an…

$2,500 - $25,000
UNITED WAY OF DELAWARE AND OTSEGO COUNTI · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Agency Grant Application Funder: United Way of Mid Rural New York (Delaware and Otsego Counties, NY) Overview: Competitive annual grants designed to strengthen nonprofit organizations by focusing,…

$2,500 - $25,000 (varies by county: Chenango $25,000, Delaware $5,000, Otsego $10,000, Madison $10,000)
UNITED WAY OF MADISON COUNTY INC · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Agency Grant Application Funder: United Way of Mid Rural New York (UWMRNY) Geographic Scope: Four-county region including Chenango, Delaware, Otsego, and Madison counties in New York Program Type:…

UNITED WAY OF TRUMBULL COUNTY · Rolling / Open · Biennial Foundation

Agency Request For Funding Funder: United Way of Trumbull County Geographic Scope: Trumbull County, Ohio Focus Areas: - Learn Well (Education) - Earn Well (Financial Stability) - Stay Well (Health…

US $20,000 - US $40,000
National Council on Problem Gambling Inc. · Rolling / Open Foundation

Agility Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Council on Problem Gambling Inc. Amount: US $20,000 - US $40,000 Last Updated: January 18, 2026 Summary Agility Grants, initiated by the National…

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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