Grants for Mental Health

Last updated October 21, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,585 active grants for mental health in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 64 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 813 list an award amount, with a median of $30K.

Grants tracked
1,585
from 1,054 funders
Median award
$30K
middle half $10K–$132K
Total listed funding
$224.1M
across 813 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines
46
112 with a published date

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Navigator Emergency Department Diversion Models for Non-Urgent Mental Health Concerns (R01 Clinical Trial Required)

National Institutes of Health · Federal

Jan 7, 2028 · Varies

The purpose of this NOFO is to build research about the effectiveness, implementation, and optimization of family navigation ED diversion models for non-urgent mental health problems.

Mood and Psychosis Symptoms during the Menopause Transition (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)

National Institutes of Health · Federal

Jan 7, 2028 · Varies

The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to advance translational research to better understand the emergence and worsening of mood and psychotic disorders (e.g., perimenopausal depression (PMD), generalized anxiety…

Effectiveness Trials for Post-Acute Interventions and Services to Optimize Longer-term Outcomes (R01 Clinical Trial Required)

National Institutes of Health · Federal

Jan 7, 2028 · Varies

NIMH seeks applications for research projects to evaluate the effectiveness of therapeutic and service delivery interventions for the post-acute management of mental health conditions affecting youth, adults, and older adults.

Navigator Emergency Department Diversion Models for Non-Urgent Mental Health Concerns (R34 Clinical Trial Required)

National Institutes of Health · Federal

Jan 7, 2028 · Varies

The purpose of this NOFO is to build research about the effectiveness, implementation, and optimization of family navigation ED diversion models for non-urgent mental health problems.

Neuromodulation/Neurostimulation Device Development for Mental Health Applications (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

National Institutes of Health · Federal

Jan 7, 2028 · Varies

The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to encourage applications seeking to develop the next generation of brain stimulation devices for treating mental health disorders.

Utilizing Invasive Recording and Stimulating Opportunities in Humans to Advance Neural Circuitry Understanding of Mental Health Disorders (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)

National Institutes of Health · Federal

Jan 7, 2028 · Varies

The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to encourage applications to pursue invasive neural recording studies focused on mental health-relevant questions.

Innovative Mental Health Services Research Not Involving Clinical Trials (R01 Clinical Trials Not Allowed)

National Institutes of Health · Federal

Jan 7, 2028 · Varies

The purpose of this Notice of Funding Announcement (NOFO) is to encourage innovative research that will inform and support the delivery of high-quality, continuously improving mental health services to benefit the greatest number of…

Mood and Psychosis Symptoms during the Menopause Transition (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)

National Institutes of Health · Federal

Jan 7, 2028 · Varies

The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to advance translational research to better understand the emergence and worsening of mood and psychotic disorders (e.g., perimenopausal depression (PMD), generalized anxiety…

Laboratories to Optimize Digital Health (R01 Clinical Trial Required)

National Institutes of Health · Federal

Jan 7, 2028 · Varies

NIMH seeks applications for innovative research projects to test strategies to increase the reach, efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of digital mental health interventions.

Neuromodulation/Neurostimulation Device Development for Mental Health Applications (R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

National Institutes of Health · Federal

Jan 7, 2028 · Varies

The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to encourage applications seeking to develop the next generation of brain stimulation devices for treating mental health disorders.

Utilizing Invasive Recording and Stimulating Opportunities in Humans to Advance Neural Circuitry Understanding of Mental Health Disorders (R21 Clinical Trial Optional)

National Institutes of Health · Federal

Jan 7, 2028 · Up to $200K

Reissue of RFA-20-351.The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to encourage applications to pursue invasive neural recording studies focused on mental health-relevant questions.

Silvio O. Conte Centers for Basic Neuroscience or Translational Mental Health Research (P50 Clinical Trial Optional)

National Institutes of Health · Federal

May 25, 2028 · Up to $2,000,000

The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) seeks research applications for the Silvio O. Conte Centers for Basic Neuroscience or Translational Mental Health Research.

Mind and Body Interventions to Restore Whole Person Health via Emotional Well-Being Mechanisms (R61/R33 Clinical Trial Required)

National Institutes of Health · Federal

Jun 7, 2028 · Varies

The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) announces this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications for research on how mind and body interventions through psychological and/or physical inputs…

Exploratory Clinical Neuroscience Research on Substance Use Disorders (R61/R33 Clinical Trial Optional)

National Institutes of Health · Federal

Jun 16, 2028 · Varies

This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) uses a R61/R33 Phased Innovation Award mechanism to support clinical research applications that are exploratory and developmental in nature and focus on understanding the neurobiological mechanisms…

Pilot and Feasibility Studies in Preparation for Substance Use and HIV Prevention Intervention and Services Research Trials (R34 Clinical Trial Optional)

National Institutes of Health · Federal

Jul 16, 2029 · Up to $450K

The National Institute on Drug Abuse seeks to support pilot and feasibility studies in preparation for efficacy, effectiveness and/or services research trials.

Trueblood Short-term Housing RFP Grant

King County Department of Community and Human Services · State

Not published · Up to $17.8M

The King County Department of Community and Human Services has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Short-Term Housing and Housing Resource Navigation aimed at Trueblood Class Members.

Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program (SCIP) Grants for Specialty Courts and Dockets Competitive Grants (VA)

Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services · Foundation

Not published · Up to $150K

The Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program (SCIP) Grants in Virginia aim to enhance specialty courts and dockets, including recovery courts and behavioral health dockets.

Behavioral Health Promoting Interoperability Program (BH PIP)

New Jersey Innovation Institute Inc · Foundation

Not published · Varies

Provides incentives and support to help Behavioral Health providers implement healthcare technology in order to increase patient care support.

Substance Abuse Screening Program Grant - SBIRT (New Jersey Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services)

Trenton Health Team Inc · Foundation

Not published · $5.2M

Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) To implement substance abuse screening and intervention programs across primary care clinics in Trenton, integrating substance abuse treatment into routine primary care…

Foundation for Grieving Children Grant

Foundation For Grieving Children, Inc. · Foundation

Not published · Varies

The Foundation for Grieving Children Grant, a national non-profit organization, offers funding to 501(c)(3) entities that provide support to children and families grieving the loss of a loved one.

Emergency Mental Health Micro Grants

Indiespace Inc · Foundation

Not published · $500

The Emergency Mental Health Micro Grants, offered by the Indie Theater Fund NYC, provide $500 to NYC-based indie theater artists for mental health expenses such as therapy and medication.

CFBC: Open Door Fund Grant

Community Foundation Boulder County · Foundation

Not published · Varies

The Open Door Fund, established by the Community Foundation Boulder County, supports LGBTQ+ individuals and allies in Boulder County.

Emergency Relief Grants - Frontline Care Workers Relief Program

SEIU Education and Support Fund · Foundation

Not published · $500

The Frontline Care Workers Relief Program provides one-time emergency financial relief to healthcare workers who have suffered unexpected hardships due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

CFFC Strategic Grants

The Community Foundation of Frederick County Maryland Inc · Foundation

Not published · $1K

The CFFC Strategic Grants program by the Community Foundation of Frederick County supports high-impact nonprofit projects addressing critical needs in the area, such as family support, aging population care, and substance use disorder…

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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 1,585 grants for mental health Grantable lists as of October 21, 2026, 813 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $30K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $132K. 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 (44), 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 1,585 grants listed, 46 accept applications on a rolling basis, 112 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, 52% 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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