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
Federal/ Foundation
Updated daily
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis · April 20, 2026 Federal

Assisted Outpatient Treatment Program The purpose of this program is to facilitate the implementation of AOT for adults with serious mental illness. Recipients are expected to implement the AOT…

J J KELLER FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Associate Matching Gifts Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: J. J. Keller Foundation, Inc. Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The J. J. Keller Foundation's Associate Matching Gifts Program…

ATKINSON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Atkinson Foundation Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Atkinson Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary The Atkinson Foundation Grant Program aims to empower…

Austin-Bailey Health & Wellness Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Austin-Bailey Health and Wellness Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Austin-Bailey Health and Wellness Foundation Last Updated: December 01, 2025 Summary The Austin-Bailey Health and Wellness…

AMERICAN PSYCHIATRIC ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Awards for Advancing Minority Mental Health Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Psychiatric Association Foundation Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The Awards for Advancing…

A few hundred to several thousand dollars
THE CENTER FOR REINTEGRATION · January 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Baer Reintegration Scholarship Funder: Sidney R. Baer, Jr. Foundation Contact: baerscholarships@reintegration.com Program Goal: To help people with schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, or bipolar…

Full-ride scholarship
WALLA WALLA UNIVERSITY ALUMNI · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Ballmer Scholarship Type: Full-ride scholarship for Master's of Social Work (MSW) students Geographic Scope: Washington State Overview: The Ballmer scholarship is a full-ride scholarship available to…

PHS Commissioned Officers Foundation for the · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Barclay-Giel Seed Grants Status: Program Sunsetted in June 2025 Overview: This program provided seed grants to support community-based public health programs. The Commissioned Officers Foundation…

Varies (historical awards: $11,600 - $22,995)
JAMES KIRK BERNARD FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Bard College Mental Health and Wellness Initiative Grant Recipient Institution: Bard College, Hudson River Valley, New York Connection to JKBF: Jamie Bernard, JKBF co-founder's son, was a Bard…

The Barrow Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Barrow Community Crisis Fund Grants Overview: The Barrow Community Crisis Fund was activated in response to the tragic school shooting at Apalachee High School in September 2024. This fund is…

SAN DIEGO REGIONAL DISASTER FUND · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Basic Needs & College Success Grant Program Funder: San Diego Foundation Geographic Scope: San Diego region Focus Areas: The program supports college-access nonprofit organizations that help students…

SAN DIEGO CHARITABLE REAL ESTATE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Basic Needs & College Success Grant Program Funder: San Diego Foundation Status: This program was announced in March 2022 with a deadline of April 8, 2022. No current active deadline is listed on the…

BASIC NEEDS GIVING PARTNERSHIP INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Basic Needs Giving Partnership: Single-Year Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Basic Needs Giving Partnership Inc Amount: Up to US $75,000 Last Updated: July 13, 2025 Summary The Basic Needs Giving…

BAY CARE CLINIC FOUNDATION LTD · Rolling / Open Foundation

BayCare Clinic Foundation Grant: Mental Health Status: ACTIVE Funder: BayCare Clinic Foundation Last Updated: August 23, 2025 Summary The BayCare Clinic Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing mental…

BAY CARE CLINIC FOUNDATION LTD · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

BayCare Clinic Foundation Health and Wellness Grant Funder: BAY CARE CLINIC FOUNDATION LTD (WI, US) Mission: To promote the health and well-being of northeastern Wisconsin residents. Purpose: This…

BAY CARE CLINIC FOUNDATION LTD · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

BayCare Clinic Foundation Mental Health Initiative Grant Funder: BAY CARE CLINIC FOUNDATION LTD (WI, US) Mission: To promote the health and well-being of northeastern Wisconsin residents. Purpose:…

NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR RESEARCH ON SCHIZOPHRENIA AND DEPRESSION · September 25, 2026 · Annual Foundation

BBRF Distinguished Investigator Grant Program Purpose: Provides support for experienced investigators conducting neurobiological and behavioral research. Award Details: - Amount: One-year grant of…

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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