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 state 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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Forward Turn Grant Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties · Foundation Not published · Varies Forward Turn is a youth-led grantmaking program aimed at enhancing community giving in Loudoun and Fauquier Counties. It empowers young individuals to address critical issues such as substance abuse, bullying, and mental health.	Not published	Varies
Research Grants National Alopecia Areata Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Support researchers with promising proposals to learn more about alopecia areata – what is happening in the immune system to cause it and identifying new avenues for treating the disease.	Not published	Varies
All In Fund Dr Lorna Breen Heroes' Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1M #FirstRespondersFirst is an initiative of Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Thrive Global, and the CAA Foundation that has raised more than $10 million to support healthcare workers on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic.	Not published	$1M
Mental Health Block Grant Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (MHBG BSCA) AHCCCS Current Grants · State Not published · Varies Grant administered by SAMHSA to fund the development of a statewide mental health emergency preparedness and response plan focused on addressing behavioral health needs in the aftermath of community trauma.	Not published	Varies
MA Repay: MassHealth Behavioral Health Student Loan Repayment Program Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K Support behavioral health professionals serving MassHealth and uninsured patients by offering student loan repayment to improve access to behavioral health services and address critical workforce shortages.	Not published	Up to $300K
Community Mental Health Support Program (Youth-Serving Organizations) Alliant Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Enhanced Clinical Community Support Program (ECCS) Grant Illinois Department of Children and Family Services · Foundation Not published · $2.0M The Enhanced Clinical Community Support Program (ECCS) provides vital support for youth transitioning from inpatient psychiatric treatment to community-based foster homes.	Not published	$2.0M
Bernard and Etta Weinberg Family Fund Foundation for Jewish Day Schools of Greater Philadelphia · Foundation Not published · Varies Currently the largest restricted fund of the Jewish Federation with approximately $23.8 million in assets and $9.8 million granted since 2010.	Not published	Varies
Kelly Foundation Grants for Health and Human Services Kelly Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Kelly Foundation Grants for Health and Human Services aims to enhance the well-being of the Greater Sacramento area by supporting projects that promote health, education, and community prosperity.	Not published	$10K
Student Voice of Mental Health Award The Jed Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The Student Voice of Mental Health Award (SVMHA) is an annual program that recognizes undergraduate college students for their outstanding work to raise awareness for mental health issues, reduce prejudice around mental illness, and…	Not published	$3K
Behavioral Health Services Information System (BHSIS MH) AHCCCS Current Grants · State Not published · Varies Funding for data collections involving facility-level data systems, including the Inventory of Behavioral Health Services. Annual funding cycle.	Not published	Varies
COVID-19 Relief Fund Tahoe Mountain Resorts Environmental Fund · Foundation Not published · $100K – $250K A special emergency fund created by Tahoe Mountain Resorts Foundation to provide immediate assistance to local residents in need of essential services during the COVID-19 health and economic crisis.	Not published	$100K – $250K
Behavioral Health Scholarship Program Grant California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) · Foundation Not published · Up to $240K The Behavioral Health Scholarship Program, administered by the California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI), aims to enhance the pipeline of trained behavioral health professionals.	Not published	Up to $240K
Responsive Grants Healthcare Foundation of Wilson · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants support programs that promote one or more of the following:	Not published	Varies
HRSA Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training (BHWET) Grant Metropolitan State University of Denver Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $1.9M	Not published	$10K – $1.9M
John Fryer Award Grant American Psychiatric Association · Foundation Not published · $1K The John Fryer Award, established in 2005, recognizes individuals who enhance the mental health of sexual minorities.	Not published	$1K
Division 39 Marsha D. McCary Fund Grant for Psychoanalysis American Psychological Foundation · Foundation Not published · $12K The Division 39 Marsha D. McCary Fund Grant for Psychoanalysis aims to enhance public understanding of psychoanalysis and its applications in various fields.	Not published	$12K
Lundbeck US Charitable Fund: Charitable Donations Grant Lundbeck US Charitable Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lundbeck US Charitable Fund focuses on enhancing brain health through impactful donations.	Not published	Varies
832 Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (NGRI) Community Reintegration NOFO Grant Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Mental Health · Foundation Not published · $108K The 832 Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (NGRI) Community Reintegration program focuses on providing structured services for individuals transitioning from psychiatric hospitals to the community.	Not published	$108K
FCP Target Funding Grants-General Operating Support Foundations Community Partnership · Foundation Not published · Varies Target Funding Grants-General Operating Support Target Funding Grants – General Operating Support (GOS) range in value up to $60,000 and support non-profit organizations focused on the behavioral health needs of children, young adults, and…	Not published	Varies
Services Program for Residential Treatment for Pregnant and Postpartum Women (361585) Grant FORECAST Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis · Foundation Not published · Varies The Services Program for Residential Treatment for Pregnant and Postpartum Women aims to provide essential support for women facing substance use disorders.	Not published	Varies
The Methodist Hospital: Mental Health Innovation Grant The Methodist Hospital · Foundation Not published · Varies The Methodist Hospital's Mental Health Innovation Grant focuses on enhancing access to mental health services for underserved populations in the Greater Houston area.	Not published	Varies
AAHI Healthy Communities Fund Primary Care Coalition of Montgomery County Maryland Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Crossroads Charitable Foundation Grants Crossroads Hospice Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Crossroads Hospice Charitable Foundation is committed to enhancing community awareness of hospice and palliative care services. It supports nonprofit organizations that provide end-of-life care and grief recovery resources.	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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