RFP: Strengthening the Nonclinical Youth Mental Health Workforce Grant
Rare Impact Fund
Funding Amount
US $250,000 - US $500,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
Overview
The Rare Impact Fund, founded by Selena Gomez, is dedicated to transforming mental health support for young people. With a commitment to mobilizing $100 million, the fund aims to enhance access to mental health services and promote a stigma-free community. Through public Requests for Proposals, the initiative seeks to strengthen the nonclinical youth mental health workforce, ensuring effective support systems that reflect the diverse backgrounds of youth. This innovative approach fosters lasting change in mental health care.
We are mobilizing $100 million in contributions for youth mental health.
The Rare Impact Fund is mobilizing $100 million for organizations increasing access to youth mental health services and education globally.
Request for Proposal: Strengthening the Nonclinical Youth Mental Health Workforce
For the first time, the Rare Impact Fund is launching a public Request for Proposals, allocating more than $2.5 million in total – including a $500,000 investment from the Enlight Foundation – to strengthen the nonclinical youth mental health workforce. This new grant program will support nonprofits across the workforce talent pipeline, from recruitment and training to retention, with a focus on roles that support young people outside traditional clinical settings.
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Mental health
- Youth services
- Nonprofits
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