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
BILL GRAHAM MEMORIAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The BGP Remembers Fund Funder: Bill Graham Memorial Foundation in partnership with Sweet Relief Musicians Fund Status: Currently active and accepting applications Purpose: To provide assistance to…

THE OKRA PROJECT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

The Black Trans Joy Fund Funder: The Okra Project Geographic Scope: Not specified Focus Areas: Unrestricted mental health-related expenses for Black transgender individuals Overview: During Mental…

THE OKRA PROJECT · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Black Trans Therapy Fund Funder: The Okra Project Geographic Scope: Not specified Focus Areas: Mental health and counseling services for Black transgender individuals Overview: The Okra Project…

THE FOUNDATION FOR ENHANCING COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Caitlin Hornung Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Last Updated: January 30, 2026 Summary The Caitlin Hornung Memorial Scholarship…

LIVING WELL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Center for Children and Families Grant Focus Areas: Trauma-informed care and professional training for children Description: A grant to support expansion of trauma-informed education and services…

THE CHARLES E KUBLY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Charles E. Kubly Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Charles E Kubly Foundation Inc Fka Charles E Kubly Fund Inc Last Updated: August 18, 2025 Summary The Charles E. Kubly Foundation Grants…

MID-AMERICA ARTS ALLIANCE · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Creative Forces Community Engagement Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mid-America Arts Alliance Amount: US $10,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: December 05, 2025 Summary The Creative Forces Community…

$552,000 total distributed (varies by grant)
THE TAOS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

The Fund for Taos - COVID-19 Response Grants Funder: Taos Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Taos and western Colfax Counties, New Mexico Overview: Emergency action fund created to support local…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE OZARKS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Generosity Collective Grantmaking Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc. Amount: US $52,500 Last Updated: April 20, 2025 Summary The Generosity Collective…

Typically under $1,000
Everstrong Prevention · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

The Ginny Fund Overview: The Ginny Fund provides one-time emergency grants to survivors of sex trafficking, addressing urgent financial needs that threaten their immediate safety and stability. By…

BOB WOODRUFF FAMILY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Gridiron Veterans Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bob Woodruff Foundation Last Updated: February 24, 2026 Summary The Gridiron Veterans Scholarship, provided by the Bob Woodruff…

The Health Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Health Foundation: Mini Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Health Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $2,500 Last Updated: November 20, 2025 Summary The Health Foundation: Mini Grants support…

Sweet Relief Musicians Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Hearing Health Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sweet Relief Musicians Fund Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Hearing Health Fund, part of Sweet Relief Musicians Fund in collaboration…

HEROIC HEARTS PROJECT INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Hope Project - Spouse & Family Support Program Organization: Heroic Hearts Project Inc (NY, US) Website: heroicheartsproject.org Contact: families@heroicheartsproject.org Overview The Hope…

Up to US $15,000
THE FOUNDATION FOR ENHANCING COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Kids Trust Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: December 22, 2025 Summary The Kids Trust Fund Grant aims to support…

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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