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

June 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Estimated total program funding: $55,254,593; ~36 awards anticipated; no cost sharing required.

Supports development of sustainable, collaborative school-based mental health programs and services.

--- ## Description This opportunity aims to fund the development of sustainable infrastructure for school-based mental health programs and services. Funded projects are expected to create and strengthen partnerships among state, local, and tribal education agencies, state mental health agencies, community-based behavioral health providers, school personnel, families, and school-aged youth. The focus is on advancing wellness and resiliency in educational settings through integrated, collaborative approaches to behavioral health. --- ## Due Dates - June 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: $55,254,593 - Approximately 36 awards anticipated - No cost sharing or matching required Specific award ceilings and project durations are not detailed in the forecast but are typically defined in the official Notice of Funding Opportunity upon release. --- ## Eligibility - Eligible applicants are domestic public and private nonprofit entities. - This includes state, local, and tribal educational agencies, as well as nonprofit organizations involved in school-based mental health. - For further clarification, see the official [grants.gov forecast page](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360969). --- ## Application Process - This is a forecasted opportunity; the official Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) will provide detailed instructions when released. - Applicants should prepare to demonstrate capacity for multi-agency collaboration and sustainable mental health program infrastructure. - Monitor the [grants.gov listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360969) and the [SAMHSA grants page](https://www.samhsa.gov/grants) for updates and the official application release. --- ## Additional Information - The program seeks to foster partnerships among state and local education and mental health agencies, community providers, schools, families, and youth. - No cost sharing or matching is required. - Projects should focus on building sustainable, collaborative approaches to school-based mental health. --- ## External Links - [Official Grants.gov Forecast Page](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360969) - [SAMHSA Grants Page](https://www.samhsa.gov/grants) - [About SAMHSA](https://www.samhsa.gov/about-us) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Name | Email | Phone | |--------------|-------|-------| | Nancy Kelly | [SEA_AWARE@samhsa.hhs.gov](mailto:SEA_AWARE@samhsa.hhs.gov) | (240) 276-1143 | For general SAMHSA inquiries: - Email: [info@samhsa.hhs.gov](mailto:info@samhsa.hhs.gov) - Phone: (800) 662-4357 ---

Project AWARE (Advancing Wellness and Resiliency in Education)

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