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
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AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Scott and Paul Pearsall Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Psychological Foundation Inc Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: November 08, 2025 Summary The Scott and Paul Pearsall Grant offers $10,000…

CITIESRISE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Seattle Youth Challenge Award Organization: citiesRISE in partnership with King County's Children, Youth and Young Adults Division Geographic Scope: Seattle/King County, Washington, USA Focus Areas:…

Varies by grantee (ranges from $10,000 - $25,000 with dollar-for-dollar matching)
THE ALLIANCE FOR HEALTH EQUITY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Seed-And-Scale Grant Program Overview: The Alliance for Health Equity's Seed-And-Scale Grant Program supports nonprofit organizations addressing social determinants of health in the Greater…

SELECTHEALTH INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

SelectHealth Awards Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Selecthealth Inc Amount: US $4,998 Last Updated: March 10, 2026 Summary The SelectHealth Awards Program offers a $5,000 cash award to…

SELENI HOUSE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Seleni Scholarship for Maternal Mental Health Professionals Overview: A rolling scholarship program providing full scholarships to mental health professionals and students to access Seleni's maternal…

PINELLAS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Senior Citizen Services Grants - Wellness Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pinellas Community Foundation Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary The Senior Citizen Services Grants, established by Senior…

CHARTERCARE FOUNDATION · August 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Senior Wellness & Safety Grant Purpose: Supports programs addressing health, wellness, safety, and abuse prevention for senior residents in Rhode Island. Geographic Scope: Rhode Island Eligible…

The State Firemens and Fire Marshals · Rolling / Open · Biennial Foundation

SFFMA SAFER Grant Funder: State Firefighters' and Fire Marshals' Association of Texas (SFFMA) Background: SFFMA was awarded a 2024 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE NORTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

Shasta Health Rock Stars Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the North State Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of the North State…

More than US $5,000
Sisters Health Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

SHF: Responsive Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sisters Health Foundation Amount: More than US $5,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The SHF Responsive Grant Program, offered by Sisters…

THE SHOOTING STAR FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Shooting Star Scholarship - St. David's Center Funder: The Shooting Star Foundation Inc (Minnesota, US) Geographic Scope: Minnesota Focus Areas: Financial assistance for therapy services for children…

THE SHOOTING STAR FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Shooting Star Scholarship - Sunny Days Therapy Funder: The Shooting Star Foundation Inc (Minnesota, US) Geographic Scope: Minnesota Focus Areas: Financial assistance for therapy services for children…

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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