RFP: Strengthening the Nonclinical Youth Mental Health Workforce Grant

RFP: Strengthening the Nonclinical Youth Mental Health Workforce Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Rare Impact Fund
Amount: US $250,000 - US $500,000
Last Updated: March 31, 2026

Summary

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.

Overview

Who We Are The Rare Impact Fund was started by Selena Gomez as part of her commitment to addressing mental health and self-acceptance. We are mobilizing $100 million in contributions for youth mental health. Our Vision The Rare Impact Fund envisions a world where all young people have access to mental health care, stigma-free community support, and culturally responsive resources that are sensitive to their unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Our Mission 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.

Eligibility

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