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
Federal/ State/ Foundation
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nccPA Health Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

nccPA Health Foundation: Empower Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: nccPA Health Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: August 31, 2025 Summary The nccPA Health Foundation's Empower Grant…

NCHSAA Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

NCHSAA Foundation: Education-Based Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: NCHSAA Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: December 23, 2025 Summary Overview NCHSAA Foundation: Education-Based…

Varies (partial to full funding of proposals)
NATIONAL EATING DISORDERS ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

NEDA Network Grant Program Funder: National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) Eligibility: - Members of the NEDA Network - NEDA Network is a partnership between NEDA and other mission-aligned…

BROWN COUNTY UNITED WAY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Neighborhood Partnership Grant 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. Our…

Multi-year funding (amount not specified)
Northeastern Vermont Regional Hosp Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

NEK Prosper Healthy Cents Fund Status: Announced January 2020; current application status unknown Geographic Scope: NVRH service area (Caledonia and Southern Essex counties, Vermont) Funding Source:…

New Jersey Department of Law & Public Safety · Rolling / Open Foundation

New Jersey Law Enforcement Wellness and Resiliency Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Jersey Department of Law & Public Safety Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: December 25, 2025 Summary Overview…

THE RESER FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Direct services to those in need. They support organizations providing mental health counseling services, drug and alcohol addiction services, related crisis intervention services, and…

US $10,000 - US $20,000
Deaconess Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

NextGen Grantmakers Status: ACTIVE Funder: Deaconess Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: September 05, 2025 Summary The NextGen Grantmakers initiative, managed by Vision for…

Varies
BOB WOODRUFF FAMILY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

NFL Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bob Woodruff Foundation Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The NFL Grants program, in partnership with the Bob Woodruff Foundation, is dedicated to supporting…

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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