574 Psychiatric Medications
Funds Illinois Community Mental Health Centers to provide emergency psychiatric medications for people in urgent need who can't access or afford them, aiming to prevent hospitalization or incarceration.
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: Total program funding ~$892,753; typical award $24,480–$111,866 for a 12-month term; average prior award ~$55,797.
Summary: Supports Certified Community Mental Health Centers in providing emergency psychiatric medications to individuals in immediate need who lack access or resources.
Key Information: This is a non-competitive renewal opportunity, generally limited to current awardees or those invited to apply.
Description
This program provides funding to Certified Community Mental Health Centers (CCMHCs) in Illinois to purchase psychiatric medications for individuals in emergent, immediate-need situations. The primary goal is to prevent more intensive and costly interventions, such as hospitalization or incarceration, by ensuring timely access to medications for those who cannot afford them, are not eligible for Medicaid, or are unable to access medications through Medicaid quickly enough. Grantees are required to prioritize direct medication assistance and must exhaust all other available resources before utilizing grant funds. The program emphasizes equity, inclusivity, and the reduction of systemic barriers in mental health care delivery.
