Behavioral Health Promotion Community Grants
Funds collaborative, evidence-based projects to promote mental health and prevent suicide/substance misuse in rural and tribal North Dakota communities.
Funder: North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: ~$1.6 million total available; typical award ~$160,000 for one year, with potential renewal through September 2027
Summary: Funds evidence-based, collaborative projects to promote mental health and prevent suicide/substance misuse among rural and tribal North Dakota residents.
Key Information: Applicants must serve rural or tribal ND residents; urban entities are only eligible if at least 50% of the population served is rural.
Description
This funding opportunity, part of North Dakota’s Rural Health Transformation Program, supports innovative, evidence-based projects that proactively promote mental health, prevent suicide, and address substance use/misuse in rural and tribal communities. The emphasis is on prevention and health promotion for populations not currently identified as needing behavioral health treatment, aiming to create supportive environments and address risk and protective factors. Projects should be collaborative, data-driven, and aligned with the socio-ecological model, leveraging partnerships to maximize community impact. Preference is given to initiatives aligning with the Parents Lead program or Suicide Fatality Review Commission recommendations. Grantees are expected to participate in required training, ensure sustainability, and comply with reporting requirements.
