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
State/ Foundation
Updated daily
TOLEDO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: The Community Impact grant program employs a two-step application process. Step one is the submission of a LOI. The LOI should succinctly describe the proposed project and detail how…

TRIANGLE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Our Impact: Education & Youth Our Education and Youth impact area works with nonprofits in the Triangle serving youth ages 5-24, with a focus on youth from low-income backgrounds, youth from…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF HARRISONBURG · Rolling / Open Foundation

TCFHR: Sean Warner Memorial Endowment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation Of Harrisonburg And Rockingham County Amount: Approximately US $500 Last Updated: July 22, 2025…

Digital Responsibility · Rolling / Open Foundation

Technology Addiction Awareness Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Digital Responsibility Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: April 21, 2025 Summary The Technology Addiction Awareness Scholarship…

JEWISH FEDERATION OF ORANGE COUNTY · Rolling / Open · Multi-year Foundation

Teen Engagement and Wellness Initiative Overview: A multi-year strategic philanthropy initiative designed to incubate and strengthen Jewish tween and teen programs in Orange County. The initiative…

Varies (2015 awards totaled $54,699 across 12 grants)
The Alaska Community Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teen Suicide Prevention Grant Program Geographic Scope: Statewide Alaska Focus: Community-based efforts to support youth suicide prevention Background: Building upon the success of a pilot program…

Wisconsin Department of Health Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

Tele-Behavioral Health Grant (WI) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wisconsin Department of Health Services Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: October 14, 2025 Summary The Tele-Behavioral Health Grant in…

Ohio Children's Alliance · Rolling / Open Foundation

Telehealth Credential Support Grants Funder: Ohio Children's Alliance on behalf of the Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (CABH COE) Overview: Grant funding supports eligible…

Hogg Foundation for Mental Health · Rolling / Open Foundation

Texas Capacity Building and Resiliency Initiative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hogg Foundation for Mental Health Amount: US $15,000 - US $75,000 Last Updated: February 10, 2026 Summary Overview Texas…

TEXOMA HEALTH FOUNDATION · August 28, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Texoma Community Foundation Community Grants Funder: Texoma Health Foundation (THF) Geographic Scope: Marshall, Bryan, Grayson, and Fannin counties (Texas/Oklahoma border region) Status: Active;…

TRACY FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

TFF: Annual Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tracy Family Foundation Last Updated: March 20, 2026 Summary The TFF Annual Grant Program supports nonprofit organizations, school districts, and…

The Gordon Foundation for Children and Youth · Rolling / Open Foundation

TGFCY: Special Projects Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Gordon Foundation for Children and Youth Amount: Up to C $3,000 Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The Gordon Foundation for…

The Community's Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

TGJ Shine On Grant Purpose: Provides funding to female-athletes from the Greater Philadelphia Area who need help affording sports registration, sports equipment, or mental-health needs. Geographic…

THE FOUNDATION FOR ENHANCING COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Abby Hornung Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Last Updated: November 17, 2025 Summary The Abby Hornung Memorial Scholarship Fund,…

The Andrea Mennen Family Foundation (TAFF) · Rolling / Open State

TAFF's areas of funding include: Research, Medical, Educational, Equipment, Food, Shelter, Scholarships, and Camp Programs. The TAFF foundation is committed to enhance the quality of life and…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE FOX VALLEY · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Basic Needs Giving Partnership Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Amount: US $300,000 Last Updated: April 04, 2026 Summary The Basic Needs Giving…

THEODORE AND BEULAH BEASLEY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Beasley Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Theodore And Beulah Beasley Foundation Inc Last Updated: September 12, 2024 Summary The Beasley Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations…

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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