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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1907 FOUNDATION INTERNATIONAL INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Trailblazers Award Funder: 1907 Foundation International Inc (FL, US) Status: Active Focus Areas: Mental health research; brain illness research; neural circuits; causes and cures for brain illnesses…

Trans Justice Funding Project · Rolling / Open Foundation

Trans Justice Funding Project Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Trans Justice Funding Project Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The Trans Justice Funding Project (TJFP) provides grants to grassroots…

LEGACY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Transform Lake County Grant- Programmatic Funding Status: ACTIVE Funder: Legacy Foundation: Lake County's Community Foundation Amount: US $2,000 - US $35,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary…

QUAD CITIES COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Transformation Grant Award Amount: $100,000 Overview: Transformation Grants are the largest single grant awarded through the Quad Cities Community Foundation's Community Impact Fund each year. These…

REALTY HOLDINGS INC OF THE QUAD CITIES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Transformation Grant Funder: Quad Cities Community Foundation Award Amount: $100,000 Overview: Transformation Grants are the largest single grants awarded through the Quad Cities Community…

THE KLINGENSTEIN THIRD GENERATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Transformation of Mental Health Care Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Klingenstein Third Generation Foundation Amount: US $200,000 Last Updated: October 28, 2025 Summary The Klingenstein Third…

US $670,000 - US $2,010,000
CA Commission for Behavioral Health (CBH) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Transition Age Youth Advocacy Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: CA Commission for Behavioral Health (CBH) Amount: US $670,000 - US $2,010,000 Last Updated: December 11, 2025 Summary The Transition Age…

AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Trauma Psychology Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Psychological Foundation Inc Amount: US $3,750 Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary The APF Trauma Psychology Grant is designed to support…

California Victim Compensation Board · Rolling / Open Foundation

Trauma Recovery Center Grant (Fiscal Year 26/27) Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Victim Compensation Board Amount: Up to US $2,000,000 Last Updated: December 12, 2025 Summary The Trauma Recovery…

California Victim Compensation Board · Rolling / Open Foundation

Trauma Recovery Center Grant Fiscal Year 26/27 Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Victim Compensation Board Amount: Up to US $2,000,000 Last Updated: November 17, 2025 Summary The Trauma Recovery…

THE FUND FOR GREATER HARTFORD INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Trauma-Informed Practice Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Fund For Greater Hartford Inc Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: December 12, 2025 Summary The Trauma-Informed Practice Fund Grant…

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

Trauma-Informed Services in Schools Grant FORECAST Status: ACTIVE Funder: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The…

THE STANLEY MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Treatment Trials Program Funder: The Stanley Medical Research Institute (SMRI) Geographic Scope: International (applications accepted worldwide) Focus Areas: - Target Conditions: Schizophrenia,…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

Tri-City Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of South Alabama Amount: Up to US $25,100 Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The Tri-City Community Foundation Grant…

Trinity Church Wall Street · Rolling / Open Foundation

Trinity Grants: Racial Justice Initiative Status: ACTIVE Funder: Trinity Church Wall Street Amount: US $80,000 - US $350,000 Last Updated: December 22, 2025 Summary The Trinity Grants: Racial Justice…

King County Department of Community and Human Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

Trueblood Short-term Housing RFP Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: King County Department of Community and Human Services Amount: Up to US $17,800,000 Last Updated: April 18, 2025 Summary The King County…

WESTERN RESERVE HEALTH FOUNDATION · July 15, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

Trumbull Memorial Health Foundation Grant Funder: Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley (on behalf of Trumbull Memorial Health Foundation) Geographic Scope: Trumbull County, Ohio Funding Focus:…

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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