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 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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HRSA School-Based Health Center Capital (SBHCC) Program Washington School-Based Health Alliance · Foundation Not published · Varies Increase access to mental health, substance abuse, and childhood obesity-related services in operational school-based health centers (SBHCs)	Not published	Varies
Community Investment Funds The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Investment Funds are the signature grant cycle managed by the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia in which funds are invested in organizations serving the Northern Virginia community.	Not published	Varies
Greenville Youth Advisory Council (GYAC) Grant Cycle Greenville Area Community Fnd · Foundation Not published · Varies The Greenville Youth Advisory Council (GYAC) Grant Cycle, supported by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, empowers local youth through philanthropy, having established an endowment exceeding $1 million.	Not published	Varies
DCYF Scholarships for ESIT Providers Washington Association for Infant Mental Health · Foundation Not published · Varies This scholarship assists with covering costs related to:	Not published	Varies
Supporting Healthy Minds and Youth Resiliency Grants The Colorado Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies At the Foundation, we recognize the critical need to honor young people and offer spaces that support ongoing growth and development in the face of various forms of discrimination.	Not published	Varies
ACNP Honorific Awards - Women’s Advocacy Award Grant American College of Neuropsychopharmacology Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The ACNP Honorific Awards - Women’s Advocacy Award recognizes individuals and programs that excel in promoting gender equality within brain and behavior disorders.	Not published	Varies
K2 Gus Mendez Valor Initiative Individual Award K2 Adventures Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The K2 Gus Mendez Valor Initiative Individual Award is designed to support past and present military personnel and their families with special needs and/or life-changing medical and financial circumstances through services, support and…	Not published	Varies
Dr. Susan Holstine Behavioral Health Professions Scholarship Grant Chuckanut Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dr. Susan Holstine Behavioral Health Professions Scholarship, established in 2022 by the Chuckanut Health Foundation, honors Dr. Holstine's commitment to accessible behavioral health services.	Not published	Varies
Re-Entry Programs to Assist Pre- and Post-Release Justice Involved Individuals Patrick P Lee Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies We envision a community where individuals achieve economic self-sufficiency without experiencing undue financial burden. Our vision for people living with mental illnesses is that they are engaged and supported members of the community.	Not published	Varies
Preventing Drug Overdoses: Community Prevention and Response Grant FORECAST Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis · Foundation Not published · Varies The 'Preventing Drug Overdoses: Community Prevention and Response' program aims to reduce drug overdose deaths through a comprehensive community prevention strategy.	Not published	Varies
Walter Katkovsky Research Grant American Psychological Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $23K The Walter Katkovsky Research Grant, funded by the American Psychological Foundation, supports innovative research in psychotherapy aimed at enhancing behavioral, emotional, and cognitive outcomes.	Not published	Up to $23K
Hero Fund America Fund Grants The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K Hero Fund America offers grants to EMS, Fire, and Law Enforcement Agencies, supporting essential training, education, and equipment needs.	Not published	Up to $2K
Confidence U Grants Kappa Delta Foundation Incorporated · Foundation Not published · $7K – $13K Confidence U Grants provide funding for confidence-building programming on college campuses.	Not published	$7K – $13K
Seleni Scholarship for Maternal Mental Health Professionals Seleni House Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · $10K – $15K A rolling scholarship program providing full scholarships to mental health professionals and students to access Seleni's maternal mental health training courses.	Rolling	$10K – $15K
Primary Care Training Enhancement – Residency Training in Mental and Behavioral Health (PCTE-RTMB) Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science · Foundation Not published · $2.5M This grant supports integrating mental healthcare into primary care training.	Not published	$2.5M
Ralph L. Sacco Scholarships in Brain Health Grant American Heart Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $75K – $150K The Ralph L. Sacco Scholarships in Brain Health aim to support innovative research projects focused on brain health prevention across the lifespan, encouraging health equity, diversity, and inclusion.	Not published	$75K – $150K
OSSE FY26 Whole Child and Educator Wellness Grant District of Columbia Office of the State Superintendent of Education · Foundation Not published · $50K – $150K The OSSE FY26 Whole Child and Educator Wellness Grant aims to enhance health and wellness in early childhood education and public schools in Washington, D.C. By fostering partnerships with community-based organizations, the grant supports…	Not published	$50K – $150K
Sleep Champion Award American Academy of Sleep Medicine · Foundation Not published · Varies The AASM Foundation is investing in people, research, and communities to improve the sleep health of all people.	Not published	Varies
Basic Needs Giving Partnership: Single-Year Grants Basic Needs Giving Partnership Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The Basic Needs Giving Partnership provides single-year grants to support organizations in Northeast Wisconsin that are addressing the root causes of poverty.	Not published	Up to $75K
Catalyze Fund Grant Pillars Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTES: Please note that due to our grantmaking capacity, Catalyze Fund's acceptance rate currently stands at 1-2 new organizations per cycle.	Not published	Varies
GOBHI Scholarships for Blue Mountain Community College Greater Oregon Behavioral Health Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K Support students interested in behavioral health careers; address workforce shortages in rural and frontier communities; provide financial assistance to reduce burden on students; part of GOBHI's strategic workforce development plan	Not published	$3K – $10K
RIF: Grants from Specialized Health Funds The Rhode Island Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K The Rhode Island Foundation's Specialized Health Funds program, starting in 2025, will consolidate several funds to support nonprofit organizations addressing health needs in Rhode Island.	Not published	$10K – $50K
Mount Sinai Community Foundation Grant Minneapolis Jewish Federation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Mount Sinai Community Foundation is a collective giving circle whose members come together to support initiatives that improve health, enhance well-being, or otherwise advance medical care in the Jewish and larger communities, honoring…	Not published	Up to $10K
Juvenile Offender Substance Abuse and/or Mental Health Program Grants (Non-Direct Juvenile Accountability Grant program) Kids Forward Inc · Foundation Not published · $275K	Not published	$275K

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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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