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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PATRICK P LEE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: The Lee Foundation always welcomes the opportunity to learn about work that aligns with our funding priorities. Please schedule a call with our staff. This is represented by the…

AcruxKC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Legacy Grants for Behavioral Health Overview: Launched in 2023 to address the growing need for accessible, community-based behavioral health services. These grants support selected Federally…

Varies by year; 2024-2025 round: $221,050 total distributed
AcruxKC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Legacy Grants for Student Health Overview: An invitation-only initiative launched in 2017 that awards annual grants to selected school districts and charter schools across the bi-state Kansas City…

LEGACY SAN JOSE ALVISO YOUTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Legacy San Jose Alviso Youth Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Legacy San Jose Alviso Youth foundation Last Updated: October 05, 2025 Summary The Legacy San Jose Alviso Youth Foundation Grant…

US $1,000 - US $5,000
LEOLA M OSBORN TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Leola Osborn Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Leola Osborn Trust Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: August 10, 2024 Summary The Leola Osborn Trust Grant provides essential support for…

BALTIMORE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Leonard & Helen R. Stulman Charitable Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Baltimore Community Foundation Amount: US $25,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Leonard &…

LEONARD LITZ FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Leonard-Litz Foundation: LGBTQ+ Advocacy Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Leonard Litz Foundation Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary The Leonard-Litz Foundation's LGBTQ+ Advocacy Fund Grant aims…

LEONARD LITZ FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Leonard-Litz Foundation: LGBTQ+ Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Leonard Litz Foundation Last Updated: January 30, 2026 Summary The Leonard Litz Foundation supports LGBTQ+ organizations…

JERRY M LEWIS MD MENTAL HEALTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lewis Foundation Research Project Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jerry M. Lewis, M.D. Mental Health Research Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $35,000 Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Lewis…

Up to US $7,500
ERIE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

LGBT Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Erie Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $7,500 Last Updated: September 04, 2025 Summary The LGBT Fund, managed by the Erie Community Foundation, aims to…

BO'S EFFORT CORPORATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

LHAAMC Nursing Scholarship Fund Funder: Bo's Effort Corporation in partnership with Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center (LHAAMC) Foundation Geographic Scope: Maryland (Anne Arundel County…

Nurses Educational Funds Inc. · Rolling / Open Foundation

Liesel M. Hiemenz Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nurses Educational Funds Inc. Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Liesel M. The next deadline for this grant is…

LIGHT UP TO LIVE INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Light System Application Funder: Light Up To Live Foundation (Dallas, TX) Overview: Light Up To Live is dedicated to helping members of the U.S. Armed Forces and Veterans on their road to recovery by…

Colorado Department of Local Affairs · Rolling / Open Foundation

Limited Gaming Impact Grant (CO) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Colorado Department of Local Affairs Last Updated: June 28, 2025 Summary The Limited Gaming Impact Grant Program aims to support local…

FOUNDATION FOR THE CAROLINAS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lincoln County Community Foundation Grant Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for the Carolinas Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: April 17, 2025 Summary The Lincoln County Community…

AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR SUICIDE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Linked Standard Research Innovation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Amount: Up to US $450,000 Last Updated: October 01, 2025 Summary The Linked Standard…

$100,000 annually (distributed to multiple organizations)
LIBERTY HOSPITAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

LiveWell Grant Program Funder: Liberty Hospital Foundation Geographic Scope: Northland community (Buchanan, Ray, Platte, and Clay counties) Mission: Supporting organizations that improve health,…

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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