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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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS · June 12, 2026 State

Staff Sergeant Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program This program aims to reduce Veteran suicide by awarding grants to community-based organizations to directly provide or coordinate the provision of…

AHCCCS Current Grants · September 29, 2027 State

The overarching goal of the project is to increase access to OUD treatment, coordinated and integrated care, recovery support services and prevention activities to reduce the prevalence of opioid use…

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis · Rolling / Open Foundation

Statewide Consumer Network Grant FORECAST Status: ACTIVE Funder: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The Statewide Consumer…

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis · Rolling / Open Foundation

Statewide Family Network (361574) Grant FORECAST Status: ACTIVE Funder: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The Statewide…

West Virginia Department of Homeland Security, Justice and Community Services · Rolling / Open State

Statewide Implementation, Enhancement, and Evaluation Projects ​These funds will be used to expand technology-assisted treatment and prevention services, as well as the West Virginia Law Enforcement…

STAUNTON FARM FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Staunton Farm Foundation Capacity Building Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Staunton Farm Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary Overview Staunton Farm Foundation…

STAUNTON FARM FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Staunton Farm Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Staunton Farm Foundation Last Updated: March 01, 2026 Summary The Staunton Farm Foundation Grant aims to enhance the lives of individuals facing…

At least $4,000 annually when fully funded
ALLIANT EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Stephanie Byers-Bell Scholarship Fund Geographic Scope: Alliant University, with initial focus on Los Angeles campus Award Amount: At least $4,000 per year when endowment is fully funded; can be…

I-MAN INC · June 30, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Steuben County Substance Abuse Response Fund Funder: Steuben County Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Steuben County, Indiana Funding Source: National Opioid Settlement funds allocated by…

NEW CITY PARKS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Stewardship Mini Grant Program Overview: New City Parks offers summer Stewardship Mini Grants to empower local community-based organizations to offer structured programming and engage residents in…

GULF COAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Stone County Community Fund Stone County nonprofits and charitable organizations can apply for grants up to $2,500 to support impactful projects in the community. Funding is available for…

State of New Jersey Department of Health · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stop School Violence RFA Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of New Jersey Department of Health Last Updated: December 29, 2025 Summary Overview Stop School Violence RFA One (1) statewide grant will…

HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION OF WILSON · Rolling / Open Foundation

Strategic Grants Funder: Healthcare Foundation of Wilson (NC, US) Geographic Scope: Wilson, NC and greater Wilson community Eligibility: - By invitation only - Eligible nonprofit organizations,…

US $1,500 - US $20,000
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF HOWARD · Rolling / Open Foundation

Strategic Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Howard County Amount: US $1,500 - US $20,000 Last Updated: March 12, 2026 Summary The Community Foundation of Howard County offers…

FAIRFIELD COUNTY'S COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE:_  * _Beginning in Fall 2025 we will only have a fall cycle. If an existing grantee would not have been eligible to apply for a grant until spring 2026, we are making a one-time…

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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