Grants for Mental Health

Last updated October 22, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,585 active grants for mental health in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 64 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 813 list an award amount, with a median of $30K.

Grants tracked: 1,585; from 1,054 funders
Median award: $30K; middle half $10K–$132K
Total listed funding: $224.1M; across 813 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 46; 112 with a published date

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Mental Health Discretionary Fund The Community Fund of Bronxville Eastchester Tuckahoe Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Masonic Children's Hospital Partnership The Thielen Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Thielen Foundation's first formal partnership (since 2018) supporting pediatric behavioral health and mental wellness at University of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospital.	Not published	Varies
BayCare Clinic Foundation Mental Health Initiative Grant Bay Care Clinic Foundation Ltd · Foundation Not published · Varies This grant supports community partners committed to supporting projects that improve mental health in the community.	Not published	Varies
Resilience Grants Evanston Community Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies Designed with community-need in mind, these special grants allow the Foundation to remain responsive and supportive of local organizations and the communities they serve in an ever-changing landscape.	Rolling	Varies
Hayswood Foundation Grant Hayswood Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $140K The Hayswood Foundation Grant supports local non-profit organizations in northeastern Kentucky and southeastern Ohio, focusing on mental and physical health and education.	Not published	$1K – $140K
Grant Requests - Case by Case Basis Denver Cherry Creek Rotary Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Denver Cherry Creek Rotary Foundation provides grants to local charities and projects on a case-by-case basis.	Rolling	Varies
Jack Weinberg Memorial Award in Geriatric Psychiatry Grant American Psychiatric Association · Foundation Not published · $500 The Jack Weinberg Memorial Award in Geriatric Psychiatry, established in 1983, honors a psychiatrist demonstrating exceptional leadership or significant contributions in geriatric psychiatry.	Not published	$500
Montgomery County Community Development Block Grant Montgomery County Maryland Department of Housing and Community Affairs · Foundation Not published · Up to $45K The Montgomery County Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) provides essential funding annually to support low- and moderate-income residents through various public service activities.	Not published	Up to $45K
COVID-19 Emergency Response Grant Los Alamos Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K Emergency response and assistance to nonprofits impacted by COVID-19 pandemic. Funding was distributed to organizations addressing:	Not published	$2K
Emerging Leaders United Microgrant Fund Heart of West Michigan United Way · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K A grassroots philanthropy initiative administered by Heart of West Michigan United Way's Emerging Leaders United (ELU) group that supports small, local nonprofits making a difference in West Michigan communities.	Not published	$2K – $5K
Therapeutic Child Care Grant (Building Blocks for Success Pilot) Preschool Promise Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A pilot program focused on implementing trauma-informed care practices and therapeutic approaches in early childhood settings. The initiative combines professional development in trauma-informed practices with ongoing coaching and support.	Not published	Varies
Kentucky Opioid Abatement Grants: Prevention Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $1M The Kentucky Opioid Abatement Grants: Prevention program aims to address the severe impact of the opioid epidemic on communities by distributing settlement funds for prevention-focused efforts.	Not published	Up to $1M
Woodruff Foundation Grant Woodruff Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Woodruff Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, focusing on behavioral health through treatment, education, resource coordination, research, and advocacy.	Not published	Varies
Hilary Grace White '12 Scholarship Fund The Hilary Grace Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K	Not published	$5K – $15K
2026 Impact Grant for Deaf Organizations Deaf Organizations Fund · Foundation Not published · $20K DOF has doubled grantmaking in response to challenges within the nonprofit sector and funding barriers faced by deaf nonprofits. Priority is given to proposals addressing:	Not published	$20K
Substance Abuse Recovery Grants Huntington County Community Fdtn Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant program supporting substance abuse recovery initiatives in Huntington County, administered through the Substance Abuse Response Fund.	Not published	Varies
Richardson-Lowman Serious Mental Illness Research Grant American Psychological Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Richardson-Lowman Serious Mental Illness Research Grant, offered by the American Psychological Foundation, aims to support clinical research and program evaluation focused on Serious Mental Illness (SMI).	Not published	Up to $4K
O’Leary Award for Innovation in Psychiatry American Psychiatric Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The O'Leary Award for Innovation in Psychiatry was established by the APA Foundation with support of the O’Leary family during June 2022. The award provides seed money to launch innovative ideas in the field of mental and behavioral health.	Not published	Varies
CFOV: Women's Giving Circle Grant Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Women’s Giving Circle, part of the Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley, offers grants to enhance the lives of women and girls in specific counties in West Virginia and Ohio.	Not published	Up to $10K
Medication-Assisted Treatment - Prescription Drug and Opioid Addiction Grant FORECAST Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis · Foundation Not published · Varies The Medication-Assisted Treatment program aims to enhance access to medications for individuals suffering from opioid use disorder.	Not published	Varies
Action for Women's Health Lever for Change · Foundation Not published · $250M This is a $250 million global open call designed to support organizations working to improve women's mental and physical health around the world.	Not published	$250M
The Springfield Research Fund Grants American Psychological Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $21K The Springfield Research Fund Grants, supported by the American Psychological Foundation, provide funding up to $21,000 for early career psychologists researching contemporary LGBTQIA+ issues.	Not published	Up to $21K
Youth Telepsychiatry Grant Wisconsin Department of Health Services · Foundation Not published · $180K The Youth Telepsychiatry initiative by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services aims to enhance access to mental health care for pediatric, child, and adolescent patients through telepsychiatry.	Not published	$180K
Improving Veteran Mental Health Grant The Cigna Group Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K – $150K The Cigna Foundation is dedicated to enhancing veteran mental health through strategic partnerships with nonprofit organizations.	Not published	$100K – $150K

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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 1,585 grants for mental health Grantable lists as of October 22, 2026, 813 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $30K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $132K. 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 (44), 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 1,585 grants listed, 46 accept applications on a rolling basis, 112 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, 52% 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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