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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City of Longmont · Rolling / Open Foundation

Human Services Agency Funding Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Longmont Last Updated: July 07, 2025 Summary The City of Longmont is inviting applications for the Human Services Agency Funding…

ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Human Services--Margaret E. Oser Fund for Women Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Orange County Community Foundation Amount: US $20,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary The Margaret E.…

JUNEAU ARTS & HUMANITIES COUNCIL · August 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

HUMAN:ties Social Practice Grant Geographic Scope: Alaska Funder: Alaska Humanities Forum Description: The Alaska Humanities Forum's HUMAN:ties initiative explores the influence of human connection…

HUO FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Huo Early Career Fellowships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Huo Family Foundation Amount: Up to US $507,000 Last Updated: January 30, 2026 Summary The Huo Early Career Fellowships, funded by the Huo…

HUO FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Huo Junior Faculty Research Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Huo Family Foundation Amount: Up to US $780,000 Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary The Huo Junior Faculty Research Grants, provided by…

HUO FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The Huo Family Foundation Since its inception in 2009, The Huo Family Foundation has pledged over $75 million to support projects in the UK, US and China. The Foundation’s mission is to…

Volunteer Iowa · Rolling / Open Foundation

IA AmeriCorps Formula Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Volunteer Iowa Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The IA AmeriCorps Formula Grant, offered by Volunteer Iowa, aims to enhance community service…

Serve Idaho · Rolling / Open Foundation

Idaho AmeriCorps Formula Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Serve Idaho Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The ID AmeriCorps Formula Grant, funded by Serve Idaho, aims to support organizations…

Criminal Justice Grants · Closed State

Funding for halfway houses providing sober living homes with supportive services including evidence-based programs for mental health and substance use disorders to transition individuals back into…

THE MICHAEL PHELPS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

IM Program Partnership Grant Overview: Grant opportunity for organizations to implement the Michael Phelps Foundation's IM Program in their communities. This is a comprehensive water safety and…

IMAGINE LEARNING FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Imagine Learning Foundation: Signature Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Imagine Learning Foundation Amount: US $25,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: February 25, 2026 Summary The Imagine Learning…

INSTITUTE OF MENTAL HYGIENE · Rolling / Open Foundation

IMH: Advocacy Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Institute of Mental Hygene of the City of New Orleans Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The IMH: Advocacy Grants support nonprofit 501(c)3…

INSTITUTE OF MENTAL HYGIENE · Rolling / Open Foundation

IMH: Child & Adolescent Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Institute of Mental Hygene of the City of New Orleans Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The IMH: Child & Adolescent Grants support…

INSTITUTE OF MENTAL HYGIENE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Guidelines will be available to those applicants who are invited to submit full proposals._ Early Childhood Grants IMH seeks to strengthen and sustain policies, programs, and…

Approximately US $100,000
Impact 100 Oakland · Rolling / Open Foundation

Impact 100 Oakland Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Impact 100 Oakland Amount: Approximately US $100,000 Last Updated: May 10, 2025 Summary Impact 100 Oakland Grants provide up to $100,000 to nonprofits…

COLORADO PERINATAL CARE QUALITY COLLABORATIVE · June 13, 2026 · Annual Foundation

IMPACT BH Community Lead RFP Program Name: IMproving Perinatal Access, Coordination, and Treatment: Behavioral Health (IMPACT BH) - Community Lead Position Funder: Colorado Perinatal Care Quality…

COLORADO PERINATAL CARE QUALITY COLLABORATIVE · June 13, 2026 · Annual Foundation

IMPACT BH Perinatal Navigation RFP Program Name: IMproving Perinatal Access, Coordination, and Treatment: Behavioral Health (IMPACT BH) - Perinatal Navigation Services Funder: Colorado Perinatal Care…

$100,000
WINONA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Impact Grant Award Amount: $100,000 Geographic Scope: Winona area, Minnesota Purpose: A premier grant awarded to address the community's most pressing needs. This is the Foundation's largest grant…

More than US $50,000
WELLSPRING FOUNDATION OF SOUTHWEST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Impact Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia Amount: More than US $50,000 Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary The IMPACT Grant by the Wellspring Foundation…

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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