Grants for Mental Health

Last updated October 24, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,584 active grants for mental health in its free grants database, drawn from 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: 1,584; 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; 111 with a published date

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Neighborhood Partnership Grant Brown County United Way · Foundation Not published · Varies We Believe Place Matters! We believe vibrant, safe, and healthy neighborhoods are built on the strengths of all who live, work, and play within them.	Not published	Varies
Preventing Youth Overdose: Treatment, Recovery, Education, Awareness and Training (361586) Grant FORECAST Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis · Foundation Not published · Varies The Preventing Youth Overdose program aims to enhance awareness of fentanyl risks among youth, improve screening for opioid use disorder (OUD), and increase access to medications for OUD.	Not published	Varies
Opioid Settlement Funds (OSF) Round 2 Regional Water Management Foundation · Foundation Not published · $810K Funding for prevention, early intervention, harm reduction, treatment and recovery services related to opioid-related disorders and harm.	Not published	$810K
IA AmeriCorps Formula Grant Volunteer Iowa · Foundation Not published · Varies The IA AmeriCorps Formula Grant, offered by Volunteer Iowa, aims to enhance community service and volunteering in underserved areas.	Not published	Varies
Foothills Gateway Grant Foothills Gateway Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K Foothills Gateway, Inc. is now accepting grant applications for the 2024-25 Fiscal Year to enhance services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Larimer County.	Not published	Up to $50K
David H. and Beverly A. Barlow Grant American Psychological Foundation · Foundation Not published · $8K The David H. and Beverly A. Barlow Grant, offered by the American Psychological Foundation, supports innovative research on anxiety and related disorders by graduate students and early career researchers.	Not published	$8K
Growing Together: An LGBTQ Fund Grant The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Growing Together: An LGBTQ Fund Grant, established by the Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County, aims to support 501(c)(3) organizations in the region.	Not published	Up to $5K
Mercy C.A.R.E.S. Grant The Arizona Pet Project · Foundation Not published · $207K Each year, Mercy C.A.R.E.S. awards grants to projects that demonstrate positive impacts to the community and align with one or more of Mercy Care's community health focus areas.	Not published	$207K
2026 DFC National Community Anti-Drug Institute Notice of Funding Opportunity Grant Executive Office of the President · Foundation Not published · Up to $2.5M The 2026 DFC National Community Anti-Drug Institute Notice of Funding Opportunity invites national nonprofit organizations with expertise in community anti-drug coalitions to apply.	Not published	Up to $2.5M
Vibrant Communities Mental Health Grant Program St Croix Valley Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Vibrant Communities Mental Health Grant Program, initiated by the St. Croix Valley Foundation, aims to enhance mental health support across its six-county service area.	Not published	Varies
van Ameringen Foundation Grants Van Ameringen Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $250K The van Ameringen Foundation is dedicated to enhancing mental health services for underserved communities in New York City and Philadelphia. It supports innovative programs focused on early intervention, advocacy, and accessibility.	Not published	$25K – $250K
Behavioral Health Access - Community Convenings Alterra Mountain Company Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Alterra Mountain Company Community Foundation facilitates convenings of community partners to energize community efforts to improve local mental healthcare systems.	Not published	Varies
Leadership Grants Wabash Valley Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K The Wabash Valley Community Foundation's Leadership Grants aim to enhance the quality of life in Clay, Sullivan, and Vigo counties by addressing critical issues such as mental health, substance use, and homelessness.	Not published	$25K – $100K
St. Clare’s Children’s Behavioral Health Fund Grant Community Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Not published · $6K The St. Clare’s Children’s Behavioral Health Fund Grant, offered by the Community Foundation of New Jersey, aims to enhance children's behavioral health services in Sussex and Morris counties.	Not published	$6K
Itasca Area Community Response Fund United Way of 1000 Lakes · Foundation Rolling · Varies Provides rapid relief to organizations addressing: As of June 2020, the fund had raised over $171,000 through donations from individuals, foundations, and businesses. First Round Awards (August 2020): $42,750	Rolling	Varies
The Fund for Taos - COVID-19 Response Grants The Taos Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $552K Emergency action fund created to support local nonprofits responding to COVID-19 and its effects. As of December 1, 2020, the Fund for Taos had awarded nearly 80 grants totaling $552,000 to local organizations.	Not published	$552K
Big Impact Grants The Partnership Plan for Stillwater Area Public Schools · Foundation Not published · $50K These grants fund projects that have significant impact on larger groups of students, often spanning multiple buildings. They support broader educational initiatives beyond individual classrooms.	Not published	$50K
Military Heroes Program The Pentagon Federal Credit Union Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The PenFed Foundation is a tax-exempt 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization (Tax ID # 54-2062271, CFC# 77273) dedicated to empowering veterans and military members with tools and resources for successful transition from military service to…	Not published	Varies
Supporting Our Neighbors Fund Grants (Community Foundation for Monterey County) Community Foundation for Monterey County · Foundation Rolling · $10K – $30K The Community Foundation for Monterey County established the Supporting Our Neighbors Fund to assist nonprofit organizations providing support for individuals and families facing urgent needs due to immigration and policy-related concerns.	Rolling	$10K – $30K
St. Louis County Children’s Service Fund: Core Funding (MO) Grant St. Louis County Children's Service Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The St. Louis County Children’s Service Fund provides core funding to local organizations delivering mental and behavioral health services to children and families.	Not published	Varies
Infinite Hero Foundation Grant Program Infinite Hero Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K Since inception in 2011, IHF has issued more than $3 million in grants and provided critical PR, marketing and strategic partnership support to twenty different veteran service organizations.	Not published	Up to $100K
PRO 2026-06 Mental Health Wellness Uniting Grant Childrens Board Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The PRO 2026-06 Mental Health Wellness Uniting Grant aims to promote mental health wellness for families and youth in Hillsborough County.	Not published	Varies
Peer Support & Community Care Grant Black Emotional and Mental Health Collec · Foundation Not published · $7K – $15K The Peer Support & Community Care Grant supports organizations implementing peer-led healing, community care, and mental health support initiatives for Black and marginalized communities.	Not published	$7K – $15K
Strengthening Mental Health Supports at Illinois Community Colleges Grant Opportunity Illinois Community College Board · Foundation Not published · $50K – $180K The Illinois Community College Board is offering the Strengthening Mental Health Supports grant to enhance mental health resources at community colleges.	Not published	$50K – $180K

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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 1,584 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 1,584 grants listed, 46 accept applications on a rolling basis, 111 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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