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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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…

University of Iowa · Rolling / Open Foundation

GPCAH: Community Pilot Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: University of Iowa Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The GPCAH Community Pilot Grant supports innovative research and…

ARCHWAY INSTITUTE FOR MENTAL HEALTH AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grant Giving Program Overview: ARCHway Institute operates a grant giving program to support recovery from addiction and co-existing mental health disorders. Focus Areas: - Substance use disorder…

GRANT HOSPITAL OF CHICAGO · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grant Healthcare Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grant Healthcare Foundation Last Updated: April 17, 2025 Summary The Grant Healthcare Foundation Grant aims to enhance healthcare services in…

GOLDEN CIVIC FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Grant Program Funder: Golden Civic Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: Golden, Colorado and surrounding areas (Jefferson and Gilpin Counties) Organization Type: 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation Federal…

VARIETY - THE CHILDREN'S CHARITY OF IOWA · May 22, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Grant Program Overview Funder: Variety – the Children's Charity of Iowa Geographic Scope: Iowa statewide Mission Focus: Funding for nonprofit organizations that deliver care, treatment, activities,…

DENVER CHERRY CREEK ROTARY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Grant Requests - Case by Case Basis Overview: The Denver Cherry Creek Rotary Foundation provides grants to local charities and projects on a case-by-case basis. Geographic Scope: Primarily local…

PUBLIC EDUCATION FOUNDATION OF · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Grants for Great Ideas Geographic Scope: Marion County Public Schools, Florida Eligible Applicants: MCPS teachers and school administrators Focus Areas: - Assisting low-performing students -…

GREATER MANHATTAN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grants for Greater Manhattan Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Manhattan Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary The Grants for Greater Manhattan program…

GREATER BOSTON COUNCIL ON · Rolling / Open Foundation

Greater Boston Council on Alcoholism Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Boston Council on Alcoholism Amount: Up to US $7,500 Last Updated: April 20, 2024 Summary The Greater Boston Council…

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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