Delivering Sources of Strength OMH Suicide Prevention Center of New York (SPCNY)
This grant funds a peer-led suicide prevention program in New York high schools, supporting student training, mentorship, and resilience-building through the Sources of Strength model.
Funder: New York State Office of Mental Health
Due Dates: October 28, 2026: Proposals Due
Funding Amounts: One award of $801,130 total over 5 years; $160,226/year
Summary: Supports a peer-led suicide prevention program (Sources of Strength) for high schools across New York State.
Key Information: Only not-for-profit 501(c)(3) agencies in NYS are eligible; prequalification in the Statewide Financial System (SFS) is required.
Description
This opportunity, offered by the New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) through its Suicide Prevention Center of New York, funds the implementation of the Sources of Strength program in high schools statewide. Sources of Strength is a school-based, peer-led suicide prevention program that trains students as peer leaders and pairs them with adult mentors to foster protective influences, resilience, and strong support networks among youth. The funded organization will be responsible for onboarding new schools, providing training and technical assistance, and supporting program sustainability.
