Grants for Mental Health

Last updated October 23, 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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Florida Blue Corporate Giving Grant Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Florida Blue Corporate Giving focuses on enhancing community health through strategic partnerships with local nonprofits in Florida.	Not published	Varies
Women's Fund of the Blue Ridge Grant Womens Fund of the Blue Ridge Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Since our establishment, the Women's Fund has donated over $2.1 million to local nonprofits as part of our ongoing commitment to the annual grants cycle.	Not published	Varies
Detwiler Family Foundation Grant The Jonathan B and Gloria a Detwiler · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K The Detwiler Family Foundation Grant aims to enhance the lives of children in local communities through support for educational and artistic programs.	Not published	$10K – $50K
Transformation of Mental Health Care Program Grant The Klingenstein Third Generation Foundation · Foundation Not published · $200K The Klingenstein Third Generation Foundation's 'Transformation of Mental Health Care Program' seeks innovative research into improving mental health care access for children and adolescents, particularly from under-resourced backgrounds.	Not published	$200K
Lieber Prize for Outstanding Achievement in Schizophrenia Research Grant National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression · Foundation Not published · $50K The Lieber Prize for Schizophrenia Research, established in 1987 by Constance and Stephen Lieber, honors groundbreaking research in schizophrenia.	Not published	$50K
Scott and Paul Pearsall Grant American Psychological Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Scott and Paul Pearsall Grant offers $10,000 to support graduate and early career researchers in understanding the psychological pain and stigma faced by adults with visible disabilities like cerebral palsy.	Not published	$10K
Long Island Community Foundation Grantmaking (Non-Health Proposals) The New York Community Trust · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The Long Island Community Foundation (LICF) offers grants to nonprofit organizations in Nassau and Suffolk Counties for innovative projects addressing significant community issues.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Youth Initiative Grant Weyerhaeuser Family Foundationinc · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Youth Initiative Grant, provided by the Weyerhaeuser Family Foundation, aims to support innovative programs that enhance resilience and psycho-social health for youth aged 14-21 affected by trauma from Adverse Childhood Experiences…	Not published	Up to $30K
Transformation Grant Realty Holdings Inc of the Quad Cities Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K Transformation Grants are the largest single grants awarded through the Quad Cities Community Foundation's Community Impact Fund each year.	Not published	$100K
HealthySteps RFP Grant New York State Office of Mental Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $21.3M The New York State Office of Mental Health is offering funding through the HealthySteps RFP to enhance the implementation of the HealthySteps program.	Not published	Up to $21.3M
Howard L. Greenhouse Large Grant Program Potomac Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K – $250K The Howard L. Greenhouse Large Grant Program, offered by Potomac Health Foundation, provides one-time project-based grants for the 2025-2026 cycle.	Not published	$25K – $250K
Cure JM: Mental Health Grants Cure JM Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $90K Cure JM is committed to enhancing mental health care for children with juvenile myositis through its 2025 grant program. The foundation invites proposals for grants up to $45K per year for two years, emphasizing multi-center collaborations.	Not published	Up to $90K
Substance Use Disorder HIV Early Intervention Services - RFA Grant District of Columbia Department of Behavioral Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $13K The Department of Behavioral Health provides prevention, intervention and treatment services and supports for children, youth and adults with mental and/or substance use disorders including emergency psychiatric care and community-based…	Not published	Up to $13K
Housing First Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) Grant Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services · Foundation Not published · $278K – $634K The Housing First Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) initiative by the Illinois Department of Human Services aims to enhance access to housing for individuals facing serious mental health challenges.	Not published	$278K – $634K
Youth and Young Adult Well-Being Grant Nantahala Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Youth and Young Adult Well-Being Grant from the Nantahala Health Foundation aims to enhance the health and well-being of youth and young adults aged 5 to 24 in Western North Carolina.	Not published	Up to $100K
CSRA COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund The Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies A partnership between United Way of the CSRA and the Community Foundation for the CSRA created to provide swift and needed resources to nonprofit organizations on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic serving the community's most…	Rolling	Varies
Spring 2026 Community Grants Lane Community Health Council · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
When Georgia Smiled Grant When Georgia Smiled: The Robin McGraw Revelation and Dr. Phil Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The When Georgia Smiled Grant, established by the Robin McGraw Revelation and Dr. Phil Foundation, focuses on aiding victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse.	Not published	Varies
Health First Wellness Grants Holmes Regional Medical Center Inc · Foundation Not published · $360K Health First awards competitive wellness grants to community-based nonprofits focused on improving wellness and addressing health disparities in Brevard County.	Not published	$360K
Bob Woodruff Foundation Grants Bob Woodruff Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bob Woodruff Foundation Grants aim to support veterans and their families facing challenges after military service.	Not published	Varies
RFA 20620 - Expanding Harm Reduction Services for Priority Populations Who Use Drugs - Reissue Grant New York State Department of Health · Foundation Not published · $200K – $300K The New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute has announced funding opportunities for harm reduction services targeting vulnerable populations, specifically adolescents, young adults, and veterans who use drugs.	Not published	$200K – $300K
Douglas County Philip S. Miller Competitive Grants Douglas County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Douglas County Philip S. Miller Competitive Grants program supports 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations providing vital services to enhance the quality of life for Douglas County residents.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Arts and Healing Initiative Grant Arts and Education Council of St. Louis · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Arts and Healing Initiative aims to support arts, social service, and health organizations in implementing arts-based wellness programs.	Not published	Up to $15K
Mental Health Access Fund PlusOnePlusOnePlusOne · Foundation Not published · Varies The PLUS1 Mental Health Access Fund provides grants to direct service organizations delivering mental health treatment, and those creating opportunities for personal, family, and community wellbeing for those who face high barriers to…	Not published	Varies

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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 23, 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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