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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Greene County Rural Health Network Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Greene County Rural Health Network: Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greene County Rural Health Network Inc Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: October 10, 2025 Summary The Greene County Rural Health…

Greenville Area Community Fnd · Rolling / Open Foundation

Greenville Youth Advisory Council (GYAC) Grant Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greenville Area Community Foundation Last Updated: August 11, 2025 Summary The Greenville Youth Advisory Council (GYAC)…

AMERICAN FEDERATION OF POLICE AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grief Counseling and Emergency Assistance Organization: American Federation of Police & Concerned Citizens (AFP&CC), a program of the United States Law Enforcement Foundation, Inc. Geographic Scope:…

NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR CHILDRENS GRIEF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grief Reach Cycle 3- Capacity Building $15,000 Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Alliance for Children's Grief (NACG) Amount: US $15,000 Last Updated: June 25, 2025 Summary The Grief Reach Cycle…

NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR CHILDRENS GRIEF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grief Reach Grants: Community Education Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Alliance for Children's Grief (NACG) Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: December 08, 2025 Summary The Grief Reach Grants:…

$470,000+ (2020 cycle); $500,000+ (2022 cycle)
DONATE LIFE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Grief Support Grants Funder: Mid-America Transplant Foundation Overview Grants supporting grief centers and counseling programs serving donor families throughout Mid-America Transplant's service…

GRIMES - KING FOUNDATION FOR THE ELDERLY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grimes-King Foundation for the Elderly Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grimes King Foundation For The Elderly Inc Amount: US $1,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary The Grimes-King…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SAN LUIS OBISPO · Rolling / Open Foundation

Growing Together: An LGBTQ Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Luis Obispo County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: June 25, 2025 Summary The Growing Together: An LGBTQ…

US $1,000 - US $8,000
THE GUILFORD FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Guilford Foundation Annual Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Guilford Foundation Inc. Amount: US $1,000 - US $8,000 Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary The Guilford Foundation Competitive Grant aims…

RESOURCE CENTER FOR CONGREGATIONAL MENTAL HEALTH · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

H. E. Butt Foundation Policy Fellowship Program Type: Two-year fellowship position Geographic Scope: Texas (based in San Antonio with frequent travel to Austin) Overview: An exciting opportunity for…

Columbine Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

H.O.P.E. Fund Overview: The H.O.P.E. (Healing Opportunities through Prevention Efforts) Fund is dedicated to supporting and expanding mental health initiatives focused on access, awareness, and…

Illinois Department of Human Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

HAIF Housing Assistance for Individuals and Families Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services Amount: Approximately US $66,500 Last Updated: October 12, 2025 Summary The…

HAMPTON ROADS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hampton Roads Planning Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hampton Roads Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary The Hampton Roads Planning Grants support…

HAROLD BROOKS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Harold Brooks Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tr Ua Harold Brooks Foundation Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Harold Brooks Foundation, established in 1984, supports nonprofit…

COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF THE DALLAS · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Harold Simmons Foundation Grant - Mental Health Services Funder: The Harold Simmons Foundation Award Amount: $500,000 Award Date: March 2021 Program Name: Safer Students, Stronger Schools (4S)…

Up to $1,000,000 per agency; approximately $5,300,000 total available
HARRIS COUNTY DOMESTIC VIOLENCE · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Harris County Early Childhood Resiliency Fund (ECRF) Status: Active funding opportunity Geographic Scope: Harris County, Texas Funder: Harris County Domestic Violence Coordinating Council (HCDVCC)…

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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