Dangers of Fentanyl Activation Grants
Forecasted
Dangers of Fentanyl Activation Grants support Virginia organizations delivering a fentanyl prevention lesson to middle and high school students at elevated risk, helping them learn about fentanyl and overdose.
Funder: Virginia Foundation for Healthy Youth
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $4,000 per grant
Summary: Supports delivery of the Dangers of Fentanyl Lesson to Virginia middle and high school students at elevated risk for opioid use.
Key Information: Applicants must implement VFHY’s Dangers of Fentanyl Lesson for students in grades 6–12.
Description
The Virginia Foundation for Healthy Youth (VFHY) runs the Dangers of Fentanyl Activation Grants with funding from the Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority. The grants help organizations across Virginia deliver VFHY’s evidence-informed Dangers of Fentanyl Lesson to middle and high school students at elevated risk for opioid use or exposure to fentanyl.
The lesson covers fentanyl risks, counterfeit pills and powders, and signs of overdose. VFHY prioritizes organizations serving youth in localities most affected by opioids and youth attending Title I schools. The program also supports instructor training so organizations can continue delivering the lesson beyond the grant period.
