Behavioral Health Partnerships for Early Diversion of Adults and Youth
This grant funds programs that help redirect adults and youth with mental illness or substance use issues away from the justice system before arrest by building supportive infrastructure.
Funder: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis
Due Dates: July 15, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $650,000 per year for up to 5 years; approx. $7,027,991 total program funding; ~10 awards expected.
Summary: Supports programs diverting youth and/or adults with mental health or co-occurring disorders at risk of justice involvement to community-based services before arrest or booking.
Key Information: Cost sharing/match is required.
Description
This grant opportunity aims to fund the development and implementation of programs that divert youth and/or adults with mental health or co-occurring disorders—who are at risk of criminal and/or juvenile justice involvement—to community-based services prior to arrest or booking. The goal is to reduce justice system involvement by providing early intervention and access to behavioral health support.
