Grants for Mental Health

Last updated June 14, 2026

There are currently 1,631 active grants for mental health in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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.

1,631 grants
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Updated daily

What grants for mental health are open right now?

ROSENBERG FUND FOR CHILDREN INC · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation

General Grants for Children of Targeted Activists Program Status: Active Geographic Scope: United States Background: The RFC's core granting program supporting children and young adults of parents…

BEDFORD COMMUNITY HEALTH FOUNDATION · October 1, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

General Grants Program Funder: Bedford Community Health Foundation Location: Bedford, Virginia (Town and County) Website: healthybedford.org Overview The Bedford Community Health Foundation awards…

OCEANFIRST FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: New applicants must set up a 10 minute call before applying. _ Our Mission We empower nonprofits to think bigger, solve more problems, and make life better in the neighborhoods served…

AMERICAN PSYCHIATRIC ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

George Tarjan Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Psychiatric Association Amount: US $500 Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The George Tarjan Award, established in 1992 by the American…

Georgia Opioid Crisis Abatement Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

Georgia Opioid Crisis Abatement Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Opioid Crisis Abatement Trust Last Updated: May 12, 2025 Summary The Georgia Opioid Crisis Abatement Trust aims to eradicate…

Approximately US $2,500
THE GROUNDFLOOR MEDIA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Get Grounded Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Groundfloor Media Foundation Amount: Approximately US $2,500 Last Updated: September 08, 2025 Summary The Get Grounded Foundation Grants,…

Up to US $5,000
Group Foundation for Advancing Mental Health Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

GFAMH: Research Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Group Foundation for Advancing Mental Health Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Group Foundation for Advancing Mental…

NATIONAL EATING DISORDERS ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

GFED Early Investigators Research Grant Funder: National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) Purpose: Designed to support early career researchers in the eating disorders field. Focus Areas: -…

BELLA VISTA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Our History Bella Vista Foundation (BVF) is the legacy of sisters Georgiana Gerlinger Stevens and Jean Gerlinger Kirkwood, who gave generously throughout their long and eventful lives in the…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MADISON AND · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

GIFT VII Community Leadership Grant Funder: Lilly Endowment Inc., through the Giving Indiana Funds for Tomorrow (GIFT VII) initiative Geographic Scope: Jefferson County, Indiana Program Overview:…

CENTRAL ALABAMA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview 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…

Jewish Federation of Greater Houston · Rolling / Open Foundation

Global Jewish Peoplehood Fund Organization: Jewish Federation of Greater Houston Purpose: Provides grants to programs and organizations that support and strengthen the people of Israel and the global…

Approximately US $200,000
Georgia Municipal Association · Rolling / Open Foundation

GMEBS Life & Health Wellness Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Municipal Association Amount: Approximately US $200,000 Last Updated: July 22, 2025 Summary The GMEBS Life & Health Wellness Grant,…

GREATER MILWAUKEE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

GMF: Cycle 2 - Capital Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $150,000 Last Updated: June 17, 2025 Summary The Greater Milwaukee Foundation's GMF:…

GREATER MILWAUKEE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

GMF: Cycle 2 - General Operating Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $150,000 Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary The Greater Milwaukee…

GREATER MILWAUKEE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

GMF: Cycle 2 - Project Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $150,000 Last Updated: June 17, 2025 Summary The Greater Milwaukee Foundation's GMF:…

$2,500 per scholarship (4 scholarships = $10,000 total)
GREATER OREGON BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

GOBHI Scholarships for Blue Mountain Community College Status: Active for 2025-26 academic year Geographic Scope: Blue Mountain Community College (Pendleton, OR) Focus Areas: - AAOT (Associate of…

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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