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.

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NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR RESEARCH ON SCHIZOPHRENIA AND DEPRESSION · Rolling / Open Foundation

BBRF Distinguished Investigator Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Brain & Behavior Research Foundation Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: August 30, 2025 Summary The Brain & Behavior Research…

Up to $100,000 for two years or $50,000 for one year
NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR RESEARCH ON SCHIZOPHRENIA AND DEPRESSION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

BBRF Independent Investigator Grant Program Purpose: Provides support for investigators during the critical period between the initiation of research and the receipt of sustained funding. Award…

Up to $70,000 for two years ($35,000 per year)
NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR RESEARCH ON SCHIZOPHRENIA AND DEPRESSION · March 4, 2027 · Annual Foundation

BBRF Young Investigator Grant Program Purpose: Provides support for the most promising young scientists conducting neurobiological research. Award Details: - Amount: Two-year awards up to $70,000, or…

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona · Rolling / Open Foundation

BCBSAZ: Mental Health Matters Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Amount: Up to US $125,000 Last Updated: April 17, 2025 Summary The BCBSAZ: Mental Health Matters Grant…

US $15,000 - US $50,000
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota Caring Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

BCBSND: Health Innovation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota Caring Foundation Amount: US $15,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: December 20, 2025 Summary The BCBSND…

Up to US $10,000
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota Caring Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

BCBSND: Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota Caring Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The BCBSND Impact Grants aim to…

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina · Rolling / Open Foundation

BCBSSCF Health Priority Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina Foundation Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina…

BRANFORD COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

BCF Competitive Grants ( Annual Grants) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Branford Community Foundation Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Branford Community Foundation (BCF) is dedicated to enhancing…

Becky Love Foundation · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Becky Love Foundation Therapy Grant Mission: Help those who have had a sudden loss with their path forward Geographic Scope: Virginia, US (based on funder location) Focus Areas: - Mental health…

CHARTERCARE FOUNDATION · August 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Behavioral and Mental Health Grant Purpose: Supports behavioral and mental health programs and services throughout Rhode Island. Geographic Scope: Rhode Island Eligible Applicants: - Rhode Island…

ALTERRA MOUNTAIN COMPANY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Optimizing Behavioral Health Access Overview: The Alterra Mountain Company Community Foundation facilitates convenings of community partners to energize community efforts to improve local mental…

PRIMARY CARE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Behavioral Health Care Resiliency Fund Overview: A loan fund providing capital to behavioral health providers in New York State to address COVID-19 pandemic impacts and support organizational…

Paso del Norte Health Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Behavioral Health Consortia Informed Programs - Letters of Intent (LOI) The Paso del Norte Health Foundation seeks letters of intent (LOI) from eligible organizations to further the Health…

CENTRAL COLORADO AREA HEALTH EDUCATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Behavioral Health Equity Corps (BHEC) Organization: The Health Education and Resources Institute (THEARI) Geographic Scope: Colorado (statewide initiative) Background: Formerly known as AmeriCorps…

ELEVANCE HEALTH CARES INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Behavioral Health Grant Funder: Elevance Health Foundation Geographic Scope: United States with emphasis on: - National programs promoting scalable and sustainable systemic change - Local programs…

MICHIGAN HEALTH ENDOWMENT FUND · May 16, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Behavioral Health Grant Program Funder: Michigan Health Endowment Fund Status: OPEN (as of April 2016) Geographic Scope: Michigan statewide Focus Areas: - Behavioral health services - Mental health…

Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority · Rolling / Open Foundation

Behavioral Health Mini Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: June 16, 2025 Summary The Behavioral Health Mini Grant, administered by…

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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