Grants for Mental Health

Last updated June 12, 2026

There are currently 1,635 active grants for mental health in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily.

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.

1,635 grants
Federal/ State/ Foundation
Updated daily

What grants for mental health are open right now?

US $2,500 - US $20,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS OF THE HUDSON · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ulster County Community Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Amount: US $2,500 - US $20,000 Last Updated: January 07, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundations of…

Umpqua Bank Charitable Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Community Grant Guidelines Umpqua Bank, through the Umpqua Bank Charitable Foundation, continues to believe in the power of partnership by leading with a Social Impact Strategy and Community…

UNITED WAY OF TOMPKINS COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

United Tompkins Community Impact Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Way of Tompkins County Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary The United Tompkins Community Impact Fund, managed by the United…

1889 FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

United Way Community Impact Grants Funder: 1889 Foundation in partnership with United Way of the Southern Alleghenies Geographic Scope: Cambria and Somerset Counties, Pennsylvania Focus Areas:…

UNITED WAY OF EFFINGHAM CNTY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

United Way of Effingham County Annual Grant Program Funder: United Way of Effingham County (IL, US) Contact: Linda Hemmen, Chief Professional Officer at (217) 342-3824 Website: effinghamunitedway.org…

United Way Of Greater Niagara Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

United Way of Greater Niagara Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Way Of Greater Niagara Inc Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: November 08, 2025 Summary The United Way of Greater Niagara Grants…

UNITED WAY OF THE COLUMBIA GORGE · February 26, 2027 · Annual Foundation

United Way of the Columbia Gorge Annual Grant Geographic Scope: Hood River, Klickitat, Skamania, Wasco, and Sherman counties (Oregon and Washington) Funding Focus Areas: - Food insecurity - Domestic…

UNITED WAY OF WHATCOM COUNTY · July 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

United Way of Whatcom County Community Impact Grants Organization: United Way of Whatcom County Contact: (360) 733-8670 | hello@unitedwaywhatcom.org | 1500 Cornwall Ave Ste 203, Bellingham, WA…

University of Maryland, College Park · Rolling / Open State

University of Maryland Counseling Center The Counseling Center provides comprehensive support services that promote the personal, social, and academic success of UM students. Details - Agency:…

Varies (recent awards: $20,000 - $100,000)
FOUNDATION FOR A HEALTHY KENTUCKY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Unsolicited Grant Program Funder: Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky (FHKY) Geographic Scope: Kentucky Program Description: The Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky accepts unsolicited grant applications…

Wisconsin Department of Health Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

Urban Rural Women’s Substance Use Treatment Services Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wisconsin Department of Health Services Amount: Approximately US $365,040 Last Updated: July 28, 2025 Summary The…

US $10,000 - US $25,000
UNITED WAY OF GREATER NEW BEDFORD INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

UWGNB Community Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Way of Greater New Bedford Amount: US $10,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The UWGNB Community Impact Grants aim to…

UNITED WAY OF NORTH CENTRAL · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

UWNCO Community Relief Fund Overview: United Way of North Central Ohio established the Community Relief Fund to support local social services in response to the COVID-19 crisis and its consequences.…

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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