This grant supports colleges in improving behavioral health services, preventing suicide and substance use, reducing stigma, and helping at-risk students access care.
Funder: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (projected)
Funding Amounts: Estimated total program funding: $1,000,000; ~5 awards expected; matching/cost share required.
Summary: Supports colleges and universities in implementing comprehensive, evidence-based suicide prevention and behavioral health programs for students.
Key Information: Eligibility is limited to accredited U.S. Institutions of Higher Education.
This opportunity provides funding to accredited colleges and universities to develop and implement comprehensive, evidence-based strategies for suicide prevention and behavioral health support on campus. The program aims to improve access to behavioral health services for all students, especially those at risk for suicide, depression, serious mental illness, and substance use disorders. It also seeks to promote help-seeking behaviors, reduce stigma, and enhance the identification and treatment of at-risk students.