Grants for Mental Health

Last updated October 21, 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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Beth N. Rom-Rymer Scholarships Grant American Psychological Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Beth N. Rom-Rymer Scholarships, offered by the American Psychological Foundation, support graduate students and licensed psychologists pursuing training in clinical psychopharmacology.	Not published	$5K
NH Volunteer Engagement Program Grants: Project Grants Volunteer NH · Foundation Not published · $15K – $25K The NH Volunteer Engagement Program Grants provide essential funding to organizations in New Hampshire that seek to enhance their volunteer capacity.	Not published	$15K – $25K
Trailblazers Award 1907 Foundation International Inc · Foundation Not published · $120K	Not published	$120K
Community Fund for Immigrant Wellness Grant Scattergood Behavioral Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Community Fund for Immigrant Wellness Grant, initiated by the Scattergood Foundation, focuses on enhancing behavioral health outcomes for immigrants and refugees in Greater Philadelphia.	Not published	Up to $50K
Chicago Healthcare Workplace Wellbeing Fund Michael Reese Health Trust · Foundation Not published · $10K – $20K The Chicago Healthcare Workplace Wellbeing Collaborative (WWC) supports the wellbeing, resilience, and retention of healthcare workers serving Chicago's most under-resourced communities.	Not published	$10K – $20K
Wisconsin Medical Society Foundation Grants Wisconsin Medical Society Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wisconsin Medical Society Foundation is committed to enhancing health in Wisconsin by funding medical education and public health initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Legacy Grants for Behavioral Health AcruxKC · Foundation Not published · Varies Launched in 2023 to address the growing need for accessible, community-based behavioral health services. These grants support selected Federally Qualified Health Centers to increase their capacity to provide behavioral health services.	Not published	Varies
The Children's Foundation Behavioral Health Scholarship Children's Hospital of Michigan Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Children's Foundation of Michigan established a Behavioral Health Scholarship, awarded annually, to support a student in Michigan pursuing a doctoral degree in a mental health field with a practice focused on serving children and…	Not published	$5K
Center of Excellence on Eating Disorders Grant FORECAST Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis · Foundation Not published · Varies The Center of Excellence on Eating Disorders aims to enhance the national response to eating disorders by providing specialized training and technical assistance to healthcare providers.	Not published	Varies
WHAS Crusade for Children Grants The Whas Crusade for Children Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Jenkins Foundation Grant The Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The Jenkins Foundation Grant aims to enhance the well-being of Richmond residents by addressing health disparities through strategic philanthropy.	Not published	Up to $75K
Next Gen Council Grant Program The Reser Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies They support organizations providing mental health counseling services, drug and alcohol addiction services, related crisis intervention services, and after-school education mentorship programs.	Not published	Varies
John Malone Endowed Fund Grant Bethel Community Services Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies To honor John Malone, a founder of BCSF's originating organization (formerly Bethel Social Services and later Bethel Community Services).	Not published	Varies
Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment Grant FORECAST Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis · Foundation Not published · Varies The Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment program aims to enhance public health by implementing a model that screens for substance use in primary care and community settings.	Not published	Varies
Changemaker Fund Healthy Alliance Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K Kayla Coonrad, Sr. Communications Specialist, Healthy Alliance Caroline Ryan, Marketing Manager, Healthy Alliance Healthy Alliance connects communities facing barriers to a growing social care network (SCN) of organizations.	Not published	$25K
Community Outreach Grants WNC Bridge Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies Emergency and crisis-focused grants designed to address urgent emerging needs in the community. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Foundation awarded over $215,000 to 64 organizations for pandemic-related relief.	Rolling	Varies
Lenawee County: Bridging the Gap with Opioid Settlement Funds Grant Lenawee County Michigan · Foundation Not published · Varies Lenawee County, Michigan, is inviting proposals to utilize opioid settlement funds for prevention, harm reduction, and recovery programs.	Not published	Varies
NorthStar Liberatory Training Collective Chicago Freedom School · Foundation Not published · $1K Since 2019, the NorthStar Liberatory Training Collective has prepared BIPOC young adults ages 17-24 to develop and implement healing-centered and trauma-informed practices within learning spaces such as public schools and youth…	Not published	$1K
Ketchikan Community Foundation Grant Program The Alaska Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Ketchikan Community Foundation Grant Program, part of The Alaska Community Foundation, invites applications from 501(c)(3) organizations and equivalents to support community projects in Ketchikan.	Not published	Up to $40K
Aaron Stein Memorial Fund Award Group Foundation for Advancing Mental Health Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Group Foundation for Advancing Mental Health is a philanthropic organization dedicated to changing lives through therapeutic group work by advancing the most effective and innovative approaches to group therapy education, training…	Not published	Varies
IMH: Child & Adolescent Grants Institute of Mental Hygiene · Foundation Not published · Varies The IMH: Child & Adolescent Grants support comprehensive mental health services in public schools and community settings in Orleans Parish.	Not published	Varies
Grant for Montana Mental Health Access Fund for Indigenous Communities Montana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · US $5,000 - US $10,000 The Montana Mental Health Access Fund aims to enhance access to mental health services for Indigenous communities in Montana.	Not published	US $5,000 - US $10,000
Special Interest Grants Hampton Roads Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Competitive grants reflecting the interests of charitable people whose funds provide grants for various causes	Not published	Varies
Lavina Parker Trust Grant Parker Trust · Foundation Not published · $3K – $15K The Lavina Parker Trust Grant aims to support mentally disabled children in Kay County, Oklahoma, established in 1992.	Not published	$3K – $15K

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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 21, 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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