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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THE OUNCE OF PREVENTION FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Innovative Initiatives Funding Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Ounce of Prevention Fund Last Updated: February 24, 2026 Summary The Ounce of Prevention Fund of Florida supports innovative programs…

WRIGHT-PATT CREDIT UNION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

InspiRAYtion Grants Funder: WPCU Sunshine Community Fund® Background: WPCU partner-employees raise funds each year through employee engagement activities and charitable giving to support selected…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Inspire Possibilities Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Last Updated: September 12, 2025 Summary The Inspire Possibilities Scholarship aims to…

Ohio Department of Behavioral Health · Rolling / Open Foundation

Integrated Maternal Wellness Pilot Project Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ohio Department of Behavioral Health Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The Integrated Maternal Wellness Pilot Project,…

Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Intermediate Punishment Treatment Program Initiative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) Amount: Up to US $4,130,000 Last Updated: November 19, 2025…

FOUNDATION FOR THE CAROLINAS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Iredell County Community Foundation Grant Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for the Carolinas Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The Iredell County Community Foundation Grant Cycle aims to…

United Way of Iredell County Inc · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Iredell County COVID-19 Education Fund Funder: Joint partnership between United Way of Iredell County, Iredell County Government, and Iredell-Statesville School System Geographic Scope: Iredell…

Varies by grant round
THE IRONMAN FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

IRONAID COVID-19 Support Fund Overview: The IRONMAN Foundation expanded its IRONAID program in 2020 to specifically focus on serving event communities in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic. The…

Varies ($40,000 - $50,000 demonstrated)
Sonora Area Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Irving J. Symons Foundation Award Program Type: Community grant program Geographic Scope: Tuolumne County, CA Award Purpose: Recognizes organizations with positive impact on the Tuolumne County…

CENTRAL MINNESOTA JOBS AND TRAINING · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Isanti County Opioid Grant Funder: Isanti County Amount: $90,000 Status: Awarded December 2025 Geographic Scope: Isanti County, Central Minnesota Focus Areas: - Peer recovery support - Substance use…

ISLAND HEALTH & WELLNESS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Island Health & Wellness Foundation General Grant Program Overview: The Island Health & Wellness Foundation funds health and wellness initiatives from Island-based nonprofits and community…

Varies by award (grants totaling $442,500 distributed in 2025)
THE UNITED JEWISH FUND AND COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Israel Emergency Campaign / Israel Resilience Fund Funder: St. Paul Jewish Federation (community donations) Purpose: Emergency relief and long-term recovery support for communities affected by the…

IOLA Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

It Gets Better: Changemakers grants Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Iola Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The It Gets Better Project is offering 50 grants of…

UNITED WAY OF 1000 LAKES · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Itasca Area Community Response Fund Administrators: United Way of 1000 Lakes and Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation Program Type: COVID-19 emergency relief and community recovery fund Launch…

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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