Grants for Mental Health

Last updated October 24, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,583 active grants for mental health in its free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily. 63 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 812 list an award amount, with a median of $30K.

Grants tracked: 1,583; from 1,054 funders
Median award: $30K; middle half $10K–$134K
Total listed funding: $224.1M; across 812 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 46; 110 with a published date

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Reed and Carolee Walker Fund Grant The Oregon Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $150K The Reed and Carolee Walker Fund, established in 2003, is a permanent endowment managed by The Oregon Community Foundation.	Not published	$5K – $150K
AIM Clinical Science Fellow Award AIM Youth Mental Health · Foundation Not published · Varies Postdoctoral fellowship award supporting early-career clinical scientists conducting research on youth mental health prevention and early intervention.	Not published	Varies
For The Boys Fund The Okra Project · Foundation Not published · Varies The Okra Project provides wellness support to boys with funding for mental health and transition-related expenses.	Not published	Varies
Transition Age Youth Advocacy Grant CA Commission for Behavioral Health (CBH) · Foundation Not published · $670K – $2.0M The Transition Age Youth Advocacy Grant aims to empower young individuals aged 16-25, particularly those with serious mental health challenges, to advocate for their needs within California's behavioral health system.	Not published	$670K – $2.0M
Patron Saints Foundation Grant The Patron Saints Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The grant category of Community Health Services that includes primary care, dental and mental health services will continue to be the highest priority for funding consideration.	Not published	Varies
UGLI Club Grant The Ugli Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The UGLI Club Grant is a grant-funded program to help schools create inclusive communities and provide a safe space for students to prevent and cope with bullying behavior.	Not published	Up to $2K
Operation Round Up Grant Program Clay Electric Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · $2K – $15K The Clay Electric Foundation approves grants throughout the year from the Operation Round Up program. This program receives funding from unclaimed money and member contributions that are rounded up on their electric bills.	Rolling	$2K – $15K
Blue & You Foundation: Social Determinants of Health Grant Blue and You Foundation for a Healthier · Foundation Not published · $25K – $250K The Blue & You Foundation's Social Determinants of Health Grant focuses on improving health outcomes by addressing key factors such as economic stability, education access, healthcare quality, safe housing, and social context.	Not published	$25K – $250K
Gabrielle's Wings Grant Cycle Gabrielles Wings Inc · Foundation Not published · $4K – $15K Expanding on Peace Corners — safe, welcoming spaces in schools, camps, and libraries designed to: Gabrielle's Wings works closely with partners through: As of April 3, 2026: "Check back in April for more information." The funder is…	Not published	$4K – $15K
CFMT Community Impact Grants The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The CFMT Community Impact Grants aim to foster a thriving and inclusive community in Middle Tennessee through unrestricted operating support for nonprofits.	Not published	Up to $30K
Caring For Denver Grants - Community-Centered Solutions Caring for Denver Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Caring For Denver Grants focuses on community-centered solutions addressing mental health and substance misuse in Denver.	Not published	Varies
A Better Chicago Grantee Portfolio Program A Better Chicago · Foundation Not published · Varies A Better Chicago uses a multi-step process and invests in organizations at different stages of development through multiple fund categories:	Not published	Varies
Strategic Grants The Community Foundation of Howard County Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $20K The Community Foundation of Howard County offers Strategic Grants to support initiatives that enhance community well-being. Focus areas include mental health, economic growth, and cultural diversity.	Not published	$2K – $20K
Pilot Effectiveness Trials of Peer Support Services for Suicide Prevention National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · $3,000,000 total The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications for research on the preliminary effectiveness of peer support intervention strategies for reducing suicide…	Forecast	$3,000,000 total
Climbing Grief Grant American Alpine Club · Foundation Not published · Up to $600 The Climbing Grief Grant provides financial support for individuals affected by grief or trauma related to climbing, ski mountaineering, or alpinism. With awards up to $599, it aims to help cover therapy costs for those in financial need.	Not published	Up to $600
SHF: Responsive Grants Program Sisters Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The SHF Responsive Grant Program, offered by Sisters Health Foundation, supports projects aimed at enhancing healthy eating, active living, thriving neighborhoods, and mental health in the Mid-Ohio Valley.	Not published	$5K
Community Clinic Grant Minnesota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $45K The Community Clinic Grant, funded by the Minnesota Department of Health, aims to enhance mental health services for all ages, improve oral health programs, and provide clinical services for at-risk youth up to 25 years old.	Not published	Up to $45K
Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program Emancipate NC Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Help communities create and continue cross-system collaborations for people with mental health issues that may become justice involved.	Not published	Varies
NFL Grants Bob Woodruff Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The NFL Grants program, in partnership with the Bob Woodruff Foundation, is dedicated to supporting veterans, service members, and their families.	Not published	Varies
BayCare Clinic Foundation Grant: Mental Health Bay Care Clinic Foundation Ltd · Foundation Not published · Varies The BayCare Clinic Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing mental health initiatives in northeastern Wisconsin.	Not published	Varies
Catholic Health Foundation of Greater Boston, Inc. Grants The Catholic Community Fund of the Archdiocese of Boston Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Sudbury Foundation: Children, Youth & Families - Youth Emotional Well-Being Grant Program The Sudbury Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sudbury Foundation's Youth Emotional Well-Being Grant Program aims to enhance emotional health supports for children and youth, particularly underserved populations.	Not published	Varies
Basic Needs & College Success Grant Program San Diego Charitable Real Estate Foundation · Foundation Not published · $30K – $50K The program seeks to support college-access nonprofit partners who are bridging the gap between students' basic needs and college success.	Not published	$30K – $50K
AIM Clinical Science Fellow Grant AIM Youth Mental Health · Foundation Not published · Varies AIM is bridging the gap between research and access to care for youth struggling with their mental health by finding, funding, and implementing evidence-based treatments, empowering youth to discover their own mental health solutions, and…	Not published	Varies

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About 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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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for mental health award?

Of the 1,583 grants for mental health Grantable lists as of October 24, 2026, 812 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $30K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $134K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for mental health?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are National Institutes of Health (43), American Psychological Foundation (31), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis (23), New York State Office of Mental Health (13), and American Psychiatric Association (12). In all, 1,054 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for mental health due?

Of 1,583 grants listed, 46 accept applications on a rolling basis, 110 have a published upcoming deadline, 305 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 1,122 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 51% fall in October–December.

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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