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
State/ Foundation
Updated daily
School-Based Healthcare Solutions Network, Inc. · Rolling / Open Foundation

Principal Student Support Services Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: School-Based Healthcare Solutions Network, Inc. Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Principal…

Approximately US $125,000
Wisconsin Department of Health Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

Prisoner Reintegration Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wisconsin Department of Health Services Amount: Approximately US $125,000 Last Updated: November 25, 2025 Summary The Prisoner…

Childrens Board Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

PRO 2026-06 Mental Health Wellness Uniting Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Childrens Board Foundation Inc Last Updated: November 26, 2025 Summary The PRO 2026-06 Mental Health Wellness Uniting Grant…

New York State Office of Mental Health · Rolling / Open Foundation

Promoting Wellness and Healing in Communities Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: New York State Office of Mental Health Amount: Up to US $750,000 Last Updated: November 29, 2025 Summary The Promoting…

Minnesota Department of Human Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

Provide Peer Support Services in Todd County Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Human Services Amount: US $300,000 Last Updated: November 22, 2025 Summary Peer support services in…

Up to US $10,000
PROVIDENCE SHELTER FOR COLORED CHILDREN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Providence Shelter Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Providence Shelter Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: February 18, 2026 Summary The Providence Shelter Grant aims to support programs that address…

Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

PSWA and Linda Heidelberg Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: October 01, 2025 Summary The PSWA and Linda…

HEROIC HEARTS PROJECT INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Psychedelic Retreat Program for Veterans Organization: Heroic Hearts Project Inc (NY, US) Website: heroicheartsproject.org Contact: operations@heroicheartsproject.org Overview Heroic Hearts Project…

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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