Funds a statewide registry to identify, evaluate, and support evidence-based behavioral health prevention and early intervention programs in Ohio.
Funder: Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Full application) | January 2027 (Questions/FAQ)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000,000 per year for one awardee; renewal possible based on performance and funding.
Summary: Supports creation and management of Ohio's statewide evidence-based registry for behavioral health prevention and early intervention programs.
Key Information: Only accredited colleges/universities with relevant expertise are eligible; single award expected.
This opportunity funds the design, implementation, and management of the Ohio Evidence-Based Registry for Prevention & Early Intervention Programs. The registry will serve as a centralized, publicly accessible resource to help state and local leaders, providers, and communities identify, review, and implement behavioral health prevention and early intervention programs that meet rigorous evidence standards. The selected grantee will oversee the development and maintenance of the registry, support capacity building and evaluation, provide technical assistance, and facilitate a prevention certification process for behavioral health organizations across Ohio. The initiative aims to ensure prevention funds are directed toward effective, evidence-based, and innovative programs aligned with state priorities.