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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THE PETER AND ELIZABETH C TOWER · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Overview The Tower Foundation is a family foundation that helps children, adolescents, and young people affected by intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, mental health issues,…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stringfellow Health Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The Stringfellow Health Fund Grant…

US $100,000 - US $4,958,020
Illinois State Board of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stronger Connections Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois State Board of Education Amount: US $100,000 - US $4,958,020 Last Updated: May 13, 2025 Summary The Stronger Connections Grant…

OLYMPIA EDUCATION FOUNDATION · August 25, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Student & Community Well-Being Grants Purpose: Support counselors, social workers, behavior technicians, and restorative justice staff in developing and creating programs that specifically address…

Project MedSend · Rolling / Open Foundation

Student Loan Repayment Grant Funder: Project MedSend Website: medsend.org Geographic Scope: United States Overview Project MedSend provides student loan repayment grants to qualified healthcare…

IMPACT ON EDUCATION INC · August 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Student Opportunity Fund Status: Active grant program Geographic Scope: Boulder Valley School District (BVSD), Colorado Overview: The Student Opportunity Fund (formerly the Academic Opportunity Fund)…

THE JED FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Student Voice of Mental Health Award Funder: The Jed Foundation Award Type: Annual recognition and scholarship for undergraduate college students Award Amount: $3,000 scholarship to be used for…

HUNTINGTON COUNTY COMMUNITY FDTN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Substance Abuse Recovery Grants Overview: A grant program supporting substance abuse recovery initiatives in Huntington County, administered through the Substance Abuse Response Fund. Geographic…

Up to US $1,125,000
Wisconsin Department of Health Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

Suicide Prevention Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wisconsin Department of Health Services Amount: Up to US $1,125,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary Overview Suicide Prevention The Division 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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