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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THE MILBANK FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Milbank Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Milbank Foundation Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary The Milbank Foundation, established in 1995, focuses on integrating people with disabilities…

Mildreds Dream Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mildred's Dream Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mildreds Dream Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: August 11, 2025 Summary Mildred's Dream Foundation Grant provides vital…

The Pentagon Federal Credit Union · Rolling / Open Foundation

Military Heroes Program Funder: The Pentagon Federal Credit Union Foundation Status: Active Geographic Scope: United States, with focus on military communities Focus Areas: - Support for active-duty…

TRUST FOR THE MEDITATION PROCESS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mindfulness and Contemplative Christianity Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Trust for the Meditation Process Amount: US $3,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary The Trust for the…

$250 - $2,500
THE HEALTH FOUNDATION INC · May 8, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Mini Grants Overview: The Mini Grant is designed to create healthy eating, active living, and/or mental health/resiliency projects that are tailored to a community's needs. Award Amount: $250 –…

YOUTHWELL NEW HAMPSHIRE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mini Grants Program Status: Program Paused Funder: YouthWell New Hampshire Geographic Scope: New Hampshire Mission Alignment: Programs must be aligned with YouthWell NH's mission to positively impact…

Minnesota Department of Health · Rolling / Open Foundation

Minnesota Mental Health Safety Net Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Health Amount: Up to US $394,000 Last Updated: August 26, 2025 Summary The Minnesota Mental Health Safety Net…

Minnesota Department of Health · Rolling / Open Foundation

Minnesota Pediatric Mental Health Access Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Health Amount: Up to US $150,000 Last Updated: August 17, 2025 Summary The Minnesota Pediatric…

$110,000 (total pool for 2022)
ABIM FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Misinformation Challenge Grant Funder: ABIM Foundation Overview: This grant program supports practices designed to enhance or expand existing practices to build trust in the health care system by…

$75,000 - $500,000
MIELLE CARES FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

MiSpace Grant Overview: A $1M strategic initiative advancing teen mental health across Chicago's communities. Mielle Cares provides MiSpace Grants to Chicago area community centers. Award Amount:…

THE PROFESSIONAL GOLFERS ASSOC · Rolling / Open Foundation

MN PGA Military Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Professional Golfers Association Of America Last Updated: January 27, 2026 Summary The MN PGA Military Grant, provided by the Professional Golfers…

POINT32HEALTH FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Momentum Fund Mini-Grants Funder: Point32Health Foundation (Tufts Health Plan Foundation) Focus: The Momentum Fund provides one-year mini-grants to advance age-friendly and dementia-friendly work,…

MONTANA MENTAL HEALTH TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Background The Montana Mental Health Trust (the “Trust”) was created to support programs, services, and resources for the prevention, treatment, and management of serious mental illness of…

Montgomery County Maryland Department of Housing and Community Affairs · Rolling / Open Foundation

Montgomery County Community Development Block Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montgomery County Maryland Department of Housing and Community Affairs Amount: Up to US $45,000 Last Updated: September 02,…

AMERICAN PSYCHIATRIC ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview MOORE Equity in Mental Health Community Grants Program The MOORE Equity in Mental Health Community Grants Program was established in 2021 by APA's Division of Diversity and Health Equity…

NATIONAL PSORIASIS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

More than Skin Deep: Mental Health Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Psoriasis Foundation Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF)…

Massachusetts Department of Public Health’s Bureau of Substance Addiction Services (BSAS) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mosaic Opioid Recovery Municipal Matching Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Massachusetts Department of Public Health’s Bureau of Substance Addiction Services (BSAS) Amount: Up to US $150,000 Last…

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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