[Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration](https://www.samhsa.gov)

April 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Estimated total program funding: $14,400,000; ~24 awards anticipated; no cost sharing required.

Supports centers providing national expertise and specialized adaptation of evidence-based treatment and service approaches for child traumatic stress.

--- ## Description This grant supports the National Child Traumatic Stress Initiative (NCTSI) Category II Treatment and Service Adaptation Centers. These centers are intended to provide national expertise on specific types of traumatic events, population groups, and service systems, and to support the specialized adaptation and dissemination of effective, evidence-based treatment and service approaches for communities across the United States. The goal is to improve outcomes for children and adolescents who have experienced traumatic events by advancing trauma-informed care and building capacity within service systems. --- ## Due Dates - April 2026 (Full application deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Estimated total program funding: $14,400,000 - Approximately 24 awards expected - No cost sharing or matching required Award ceiling and floor are not specified; typical awards are expected to support multi-year projects. --- ## Eligibility - Eligible applicants are domestic public and private nonprofit entities. - This includes, but is not limited to: - State and local governments - Public or private universities and colleges - Nonprofit organizations - Tribal organizations --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted through [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360967). - Review the full forecast and program details on the Grants.gov listing before preparing your application. - Prepare required documentation as detailed in the program forecast and any forthcoming Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). - Contact the program officer for clarifications or guidance as needed. --- ## Additional Information - This is a forecasted opportunity; details may change when the official NOFO is released. - Focus is on adaptation and implementation of trauma-informed, evidence-based practices at a national level. - No cost sharing or matching funds are required. --- ## External Links - [Program Forecast and Application Details (Grants.gov)](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360967) - [SAMHSA – About the Funder](https://www.samhsa.gov/about-us) - [SAMHSA Main Website](https://www.samhsa.gov) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | |-----------------|--------------------------------------------|-----------------| | Jennifer Isely | [CAT2NOFONCTSI@samhsa.hhs.gov](mailto:CAT2NOFONCTSI@samhsa.hhs.gov) | (240) 276-2563 |

National Child Traumatic Stress Initiative - Treatment and Service Adaptation

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