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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CULPEPER WELLNESS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Healthy Living Grants Funder: Culpeper Wellness Foundation Inc (VA, US) Status: Active - Application period opens annually in spring Award Amount: $120,000 total annual funding (awards range from…

RESPITE CARE ASSOCIATION OF WISCONSIN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Healthy Meals, Healthy Minds Grant Overview: Strengthens services and supports for family caregivers by helping them access nutritious meal kits and invest in their mental health and wellness by…

National Congress of Parents & Teachers · Rolling / Open Foundation

Healthy Minds Fellowship Description: Fellowship opportunity focused on mental health and well-being of students and families. Geographic Scope: National (United States) Focus Areas: Mental health,…

The Endowment Fund of the National · Rolling / Open Foundation

Healthy Minds Fellowship Description: Fellowship opportunity focused on student mental health and emotional well-being. Focus Areas: Mental health, emotional health, healthy minds

Up to US $21,295,956
New York State Office of Mental Health · Rolling / Open Foundation

HealthySteps RFP Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New York State Office of Mental Health Amount: Up to US $21,295,956 Last Updated: June 26, 2025 Summary The New York State Office of Mental Health is…

THE HEAR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _Note: The Q&A deadline is represented by the Letter of inquiry deadline._ About The Hear Foundation The Hear Foundation (THF) is the first and only nonprofit in Pittsburgh dedicated…

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WOMAN'S MISSIONARY UNION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

HEART Fund Overview: The HEART Fund provides grants for disaster relief and rebuilding assistance to disaster victims in the United States and around the world. Background: WMU and the WMU Foundation…

Heart of Steamboat United Methodist Church · Rolling / Open Foundation

Heart of Steamboat Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Heart of Steamboat United Methodist Church Amount: US $500 - US $2,500 Last Updated: May 30, 2025 Summary The Heart of Steamboat…

HELEN GREATHOUSE CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Helen Greathouse Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Helen Greathouse Charitable Trust Amount: US $10,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary The Helen Greathouse…

ANAHEIM COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · October 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Helping Hands Grants Overview: The Christopher K. Jarvi Helping Hands Grants program focuses on strengthening youth, residents and community through supporting community-based organizations. Named…

$10,000 - $500,000+
PETCO LOVE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Helping Heroes Status: Active grant program (by invitation only) Geographic Scope: Nationwide (United States) Focus Areas: - Service dog programs for veterans - Therapy and working animal programs -…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF HERKIMER AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hero Fund America Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Herkimer & Oneida Counties Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: May 15, 2025 Summary Hero Fund America offers grants…

Hewitt Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hewitt Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hewitt Foundation Last Updated: September 26, 2024 Summary The Hewitt Foundation Grant supports Canadian registered charities focused on health,…

HAYWARD FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

HFEE General Grant Program Funder: Hayward Foundation for Educational Enrichment (HFEE) Location: Hayward, WI 54843 Contact: hfeeboard@gmail.com Overview: The Hayward Foundation for Educational…

US $15,000 - US $150,000
HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION OF WILSON · Rolling / Open Foundation

HFW Responsive Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Healthcare Foundation Of Wilson Amount: US $15,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: December 13, 2025 Summary The Healthcare Foundation of Wilson (HFW) offers…

HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION OF WILSON · Rolling / Open Foundation

HFW Strategic Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Healthcare Foundation Of Wilson Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary Overview HFW Strategic Grants Healthcare Foundation of Wilson seeks ideas from…

HEALTH FOUNDATION FOR WESTERN & CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: We receive a majority of requests for funding through programs we design with input from our local communities and a formal Request for Proposals process. But because we value hearing…

Hawai'i Commission for National and Community Service · Rolling / Open Foundation

HI AmeriCorps State and National Competitive Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Commission for National and Community Service Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The HI AmeriCorps State and…

WET MTN VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · February 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

High Mountain Hay Fever Children's Health Fund Geographic Scope: Custer County, Colorado Focus Areas: Children's health (birth to 18 years), including but not limited to: - Accessibility 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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