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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J J KELLER FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

J. J. Keller Foundation: Large Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: J. J. Keller Foundation, Inc. Amount: More than US $25,000 Last Updated: December 05, 2025 Summary The J. J. Keller Foundation supports…

JESSE W COUCH CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Due to the overwhelming amount of grant applications we receive each year, we will only accept unsolicited grant applications from Wildlife Conservation nonprofit organizations._…

AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jacquelin Goldman Congressional Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Psychological Foundation Inc Amount: US $75,000 - US $90,000 Last Updated: June 21, 2025 Summary The Jacquelin Goldman…

JACQUELYN BOGUE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jacquelyn Bogue Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Jacquelyn Bogue Foundation for Suicide Prevention in Orange County Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The Jacquelyn Bogue Foundation is…

Solidaire Network Inc · Rolling / Open · Rolling Foundation

Janisha R. Gabriel Movement Protection Fund (MPF) Overview: The Janisha R. Gabriel Movement Protection Fund moves resources rapidly and securely to protect frontline organizers facing immediate…

Up to US $10,000
THE JOE BURROW FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

JBF Do Good Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Joe Burrow Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The JBF Do Good Grant, established by the Joe Burrow Foundation, aims…

JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

JCFKC: Menorah Women's Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Kansas City Last Updated: July 31, 2025 Summary The Menorah Women’s Foundation aims to enhance…

Up to US $75,000
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jenkins Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond Amount: Up to US $75,000 Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The Jenkins Foundation Grant aims to…

KEWEENAW COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Joe Freed Empowerment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Keweenaw Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $6,000 Last Updated: September 28, 2025 Summary The Joe Freed Empowerment Fund offers $6,000 in…

STUDENT VETERANS OF AMERICA · Rolling / Open Foundation

John Edelman Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Student Veterans of America Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The John Edelman Scholarship supports student veterans…

AMERICAN PSYCHIATRIC ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

John Fryer Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Psychiatric Association Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The John Fryer Award, established in 2005, recognizes…

More than US $1,008
International Association of Yoga Therapists · Rolling / Open Foundation

John Kepner Seva Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: International Association of Yoga Therapists Amount: More than US $1,008 Last Updated: January 21, 2026 Summary Overview International Association…

BETHEL COMMUNITY SERVICES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

John Malone Endowed Fund Grant Organization: Bethel Community Services Foundation (BCSF) Geographic Scope: Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta region of Alaska Fund Established: 2008 Purpose: To honor John Malone,…

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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