4,092 foundations$4.6B total annual giving$10K median grant55 states with funders
Discover 4,092 grantmaking foundations funding mental health programs, with combined annual giving of $4.6B. The median grant size for mental health is $10K.
Mental Health Grantmaking at a Glance
Foundations
4,092
Total Annual Giving
$4.6B
Total Assets Under Management
$105.5B
Median Grant Size
$10K
States with Funders
55
Total Grants on Record
27,352
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mental healthyouth mental healthsubstance abuse prevention and treatment+8 more
Who can apply: Applicant must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a health-related project serving residents in Southern Indiana, specifically Floyd, Clark, Washington, Crawford, Scott, or Harrison counties. Political, religious, outside-the-health-space organizations, projects outside the target counties, and requests from individuals are not eligible.
Youth and adolescent mental healthAnxiety and depressionTrauma and behavioral health+7 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be South Lake County nonprofits that have served the community for at least three years and can provide three years of IRS Form 990 filings. The Foundation's geographic and grant policy limitations also apply.
Mental health equityCommunity mental healthMinority and underserved populations
Who can apply: U.S.-based nonprofit community organizations with IRS 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), or 501(c)(6) status; must address one or more stated initiatives; demonstrate recent efforts addressing mental health and substance use disorder inequities experienced by young people of color; provide a scalable and sustainable plan; operational for at least two consecutive years; committed to quarterly virtual meetings; unincorporated coalitions must identify a fiscal agent.
Student mental healthStaff mental healthWellness+5 more
Who can apply: Teams of educators, students, families, and community members connected to Durham Public Schools may apply with projects that strengthen wellness, safety, connection, and emotional or psychological well-being in schools.
Who can apply: 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations serving residents of South Hampton Roads; applicants must provide required recent financial statements.
Maternal health outcomesChronic conditions in pregnancyPerinatal mental health+4 more
Who can apply: Florida-based nonprofit organizations with documented expertise and experience improving maternal health outcomes. Proposed solutions should address maternal health outcomes for people with chronic conditions and/or provide perinatal and postpartum maternal mental health support. Special consideration is given to organizations serving under-resourced communities or rural Florida counties and using innovative AI-powered solutions.
The typical Mental Health foundation awards grants of $10K. Approximately 39% of Mental Health foundations actively fund new organizations, and 70% accept unsolicited proposals.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mental Health Grants
How many foundations fund mental health?
There are 4,092 grantmaking foundations that fund mental health programs across 55 states.
What is the median grant size for mental health?
The median grant from foundations funding mental health is $10K. Actual grant sizes vary widely depending on the foundation's size and giving strategy.
What are the largest mental health foundations?
The largest foundations funding mental health by annual giving include South Florida Behavioral Health Network Inc, SOUTHEAST FLORIDA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NETWORK INC, BROWARD BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COALITION INC, with combined giving of $344.2M.
Which states have the most mental health funders?
The states with the most mental health foundations are California (417), Florida (330), Texas (284). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find mental health grants for my nonprofit?
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