510-RBHA Regions Rural Behavioral Health Access
Funds comprehensive behavioral health services, trainings, and outreach to improve mental health access and education in rural Stark and Marshall counties, Illinois.
Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027: Full application packet due | April 2027: FY27 Internal Control Questionnaire (ICQ) submission deadline
Funding Amounts: Estimated $121,000 per award; 12-month term; typically one award annually.
Summary: Funds comprehensive behavioral health services, trainings, and outreach to improve mental health access and education in rural Stark and Marshall counties, Illinois.
Key Information: Forecasted: All dates are projected; confirm on program page before applying.
Description
This grant supports the provision of comprehensive behavioral health services in Stark and Marshall counties, Illinois. The funded grantee will deliver Rule 140 services—including crisis intervention, linkage and referral, case management, community outreach, and therapy/counseling—for individuals of all ages. The program requires the employment of two full-time staff (a Qualified Mental Health Professional and a Mental Health Professional) to conduct Mental Health First Aid and Suicide Intervention trainings for local professionals (teachers, counselors, clergy, first responders). The grantee will also organize community events to promote mental health and substance use education and advocacy, with a focus on improving access, awareness, and support for behavioral health in rural settings.
