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 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
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What grants for mental health are open right now?

826 National Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Write to Thrive Fund Funder: 826 National Inc Focus: Youth mental health and wellness through writing as a preventative mental health tool Overview: The Write to Thrive Fund is a first-of-its-kind…

WYOMING COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH FOU · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Wyoming County Community Health Foundation Grants Overview: The Wyoming County Community Health Foundation (WCCHF) awards grants to programs and organizations that improve the health and wellness of…

Varies
Fremont Area Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Supporting positive opportunities for youth. Grants are available for programs that improve the quality of life for youth in Newaygo County. Applications are evaluated by members of the…

Jackson Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

YAC Youth Mental Health Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jackson Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: December 19, 2025 Summary The YAC Youth Mental Health Grant, administered by…

Up to US $3,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER DUBUQUE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Yappers Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Yappers Grant, provided by the Community Foundation of…

More than US $25,000
YOUTHBRIDGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

YCF: Think Big for Kids Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Youthbridge Community Foundation Amount: More than US $25,000 Last Updated: January 26, 2026 Summary The Think Big for Kids grant, offered by the…

YOUTHBRIDGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

YCF: Wayne C. Kaufmann Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Youthbridge Community Foundation Last Updated: October 22, 2025 Summary The Wayne C. Kaufmann Charitable Foundation aims to…

WASHINGTON AREA WOMEN'S FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Young Women's Initiative Status: Active, ongoing program Geographic Scope: Washington, D.C. and Prince George's County, Maryland Focus Areas: - Youth leadership development - Advocacy for young women…

Justice Outside · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Access to Nature Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Justice Outside Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: December 24, 2025 Summary The Youth Access to Nature Fund, established by Justice…

NORTH VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Action Project: Mini-Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Valley Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $1,500 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary Overview Through grantmaking,…

MICHIGAN GATEWAY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · August 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Youth Advisory Council (YAC) Grants Geographic Scope: South Berrien and Cass Counties, Michigan Overview: The Youth Advisory Council is a youth-led initiative of the Michigan Gateway Community…

Nantahala Health Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth and Young Adult Well-Being Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nantahala Health Foundation Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The Youth and Young Adult Well-Being Grant…

ANN ARBOR AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Youth Council Grant Program AAACF's Youth Council is a group of 25 high school students living in Washtenaw County who come together to make a meaningful difference in the community through…

ALASKA CHILDREN'S TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Cultural Activities Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alaska Children's Trust Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Youth Cultural Activities Grant, offered by the…

EAST TENNESSEE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Endowment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Tennessee Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: April 22, 2025 Summary The Youth Endowment Fund Grant, managed by the East Tennessee…

Up to $20,000
VYSTAR FOUNDATION INC · October 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Youth Grant Program Funder: VyStar Foundation Inc (FL, US) Status: Next cycle opens August 31, 2026 Geographic Scope: VyStar Credit Union service areas including Georgia, North Florida, and Central…

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

Youth Healing Project Mini Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: King County Department of Community and Human Services Amount: US $9,999 Last Updated: August 05, 2025 Summary The Youth Healing Project Mini…

Up to US $30,000
WEYERHAEUSER FAMILY FOUNDATIONINC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Initiative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Weyerhaeuser Family Foundation Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: April 10, 2025 Summary The Youth Initiative Grant, provided by the Weyerhaeuser…

US $100,000 - US $250,000
Decolonizing Wealth Project · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Mental Health Fund - Anchor Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Decolonizing Wealth Project Amount: US $100,000 - US $250,000 Last Updated: May 23, 2025 Summary The Youth Mental Health Fund - Anchor…

Decolonizing Wealth Project · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Mental Health Fund - Opportunity Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Decolonizing Wealth Project Amount: US $30,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: July 29, 2025 Summary The Youth Mental Health Fund,…

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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