Grants for Mental Health

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Last updated October 21, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,585 active grants for mental health in its free grants database, drawn from state and 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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Emergency Department Peer Navigator Program Grant State of New Jersey Department of Health · State Not published · Up to $250K The Emergency Department Peer Navigator Program, funded by the New Jersey Department of Health, aims to tackle opioid-related challenges by embedding peer navigators in emergency departments in Newark, NJ.	Not published	Up to $250K
Discretionary Grants The Community Fund of Bronxville Eastchester Tuckahoe Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Chester M. Pierce Human Rights Award Grant American Psychiatric Association · Foundation Not published · $5K The Chester M. Pierce Human Rights Award, established in 1990 and renamed in 2017, honors individuals who advocate for the human rights of populations with mental health needs.	Not published	$5K
Avery-Fuller-Welch Treatment and Therapy Grants Avery-Fuller-Welch Childrens Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants to nonprofits administering restorative/remedial therapy for children (<=21) from low-income families in five program areas: speech therapy (incl. devices), psychotherapy, remedial education, physical/occupational therapy (incl.…	Not published	Varies
Marshfield Medical Center-Ladysmith Community Health Funding Program Beaver Dam Community Hospitals Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K	Not published	Up to $100K
Torch Helps Grant Torch Helps Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The Torch Helps Grant provides $10,000 to non-profit organizations recognized under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.	Not published	$10K
Implementing Gatekeeper Training within the Illinois Department of Corrections and Juvenile Detention Centers in Disproportionately Affected Communities Grant Illinois Department of Public Health · Foundation Not published · $169K This grant opportunity focuses on implementing Gatekeeper Training in Illinois' correctional facilities to address suicide prevention in communities that are disproportionately affected by mental health issues.	Not published	$169K
Get Grounded Foundation Grants The Groundfloor Media Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The Get Grounded Foundation Grants, established in 2015, focus on supporting innovative programs for youth in the Denver and Boulder metro areas.	Not published	$3K
Community Chest of New Britain and Berlin (CCNBB) Grant Community Foundation of Greater New Britain · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K Community Foundation of Greater New Britain Since 1941, the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain has been the area’s signature resource for those who, like us, aspire to make our community a better place.	Not published	$5K – $15K
Bradley Henry Barnes and Leila Upson Barnes Memorial Trust Grant Main Street Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K The Bradley Henry Barnes and Leila Upson Barnes Memorial Trust Grant supports health and well-being initiatives for Southington residents through 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations.	Not published	$25K – $100K
Youth Mental Health Fund - Anchor Grant Decolonizing Wealth Project · Foundation Not published · $100K – $250K The Youth Mental Health Fund - Anchor Grant, launched by the Decolonizing Wealth Project, aims to enhance mental health care access for marginalized youth, particularly LGBTQ+ youth and youth of color in the U.S. With a commitment of at…	Not published	$100K – $250K
Behavioral Health Consortia Informed Programs Paso del Norte Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Behavioral Health Consortia Informed Programs - Letters of Intent (LOI) The Paso del Norte Health Foundation seeks letters of intent (LOI) from eligible organizations to further the Health Foundation’s goals under the Behavioral Health…	Not published	Varies
The Ginny Fund Everstrong Prevention · Foundation Rolling · $1K The Ginny Fund provides one-time emergency grants to survivors of sex trafficking, addressing urgent financial needs that threaten their immediate safety and stability.	Rolling	$1K
Blue & You Foundation: Behavioral Health Grant Blue and You Foundation for a Healthier · Foundation Not published · $25K – $250K The Blue & You Foundation's Behavioral Health Grant aims to enhance mental health services in Arkansas.	Not published	$25K – $250K
Stephanie Byers-Bell Scholarship Fund Alliant Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · $4K Launched in 2021 to combat systemic racism, social/civil unrest, and inequality. Enables Alliant's doctoral students to conclude their doctoral work with less financial stress.	Not published	$4K
Sandia Foundation Grants Albuquerque Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Sandia Foundation Grants program, administered by Albuquerque Community Foundation, supports Albuquerque nonprofits dedicated to children's well-being.	Not published	Up to $15K
Key Funding Initiative (KFI) Grants The Weld Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies Recent Funding Examples (2025-2026 cycle - $3,636,644 awarded in 29 grants):	Not published	Varies
Alkermes Medical Education Grants Alkermes · Foundation Not published · Varies Alkermes Medical Education Grants support educational initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care through continuing medical education.	Not published	Varies
Connected Healthy Lives Grant Humana Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Connected Healthy Lives Grant, provided by the Humana Foundation, aims to enhance health equity by removing social barriers to health.	Not published	Varies
Chartercare Emerging Health Care Needs Grant Chartercare Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Chartercare Emerging Health Care Needs Grant, offered by the Chartercare Foundation, supports innovative health and wellness programs in Rhode Island.	Not published	Up to $50K
Nashville Community Fund Grant NSC Community Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The NSC Community Fund aims to enhance communities through soccer, focusing on youth, health, and inclusion. It supports programs that empower young people, promote mental and physical well-being, and foster equitable environments.	Not published	Varies
FY27 480-40-3713 Maternal Child Home Visiting Early Childhood · State Not published · Varies MCHV provides enhanced home visiting services to support pregnant people and parents with young children ages 0-5 who live in communities that face greater risks and barriers to achieving positive maternal and child health outcomes.	Not published	Varies
William C. Risser Charitable Trust Grants William C Risser Irrev Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The William C. Risser Charitable Trust is a private foundation primarily dedicated to supporting mental health research, with a specific focus on research related to Schizophrenia.	Not published	Varies
Marshfield Medical Center-Ladysmith Community Health Funding Program MCHS Hospitals Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K The program supports local not-for-profit organizations in Wisconsin's northern counties working to address health inequities in priority areas. In 2026, $100,000 was distributed among 13 community organizations.	Not published	$100K

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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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