[National Institutes of Health](https://www.nih.gov)

October 2026 | October 2025

Estimated total program funding: $2,000,000; ~5 awards expected; R01 mechanism; typical duration up to 5 years.

Supports research on the effectiveness and implementation of crisis response practices for suicide prevention, including policy impacts and real-world interventions across diverse populations and settings.

--- ## Description The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), part of the NIH, anticipates releasing a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) soliciting applications for research that examines the effectiveness and implementation of crisis response services for suicide prevention. The focus is on improving quality and outcomes of crisis interventions, evaluating the impact of state and local policies, and understanding how various factors—including age, clinical presentation, psychosocial aspects, geography, and health disparities—affect care delivery in real-world settings. Projects spanning the continuum of crisis service systems are encouraged. This opportunity will use the R01 grant mechanism and is particularly suited for investigators and collaborative teams with expertise in crisis response, suicide prevention, health systems, and clinical trials research. --- ## Due Dates - October 2026 (anticipated/projected) - October 2025 (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Estimated total program funding: $2,000,000 - Expected number of awards: approximately 5 - Funding mechanism: R01 research project grant (up to 5 years per award) - No cost sharing or matching required --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding higher education institutions) - For-profit organizations (including small businesses) - Public and private institutions of higher education - State and county governments - Independent school districts - Federally recognized Native American tribal governments and organizations - Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities --- ## Application Process - This is a forecasted opportunity; applications are not yet being solicited. - Investigators should begin preparing collaborations and project concepts. - When the NOFO is released, applications will be submitted via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/359273). - The R01 mechanism will be used; standard NIH application guidelines will apply. --- ## Additional Information - Research should be conducted in real-world settings and address a broad range of populations and health disparities. - Projects that evaluate policy impacts and service system continuums are encouraged. - Collaborative, multidisciplinary teams are recommended. --- ## External Links - [NIH Funder Page](https://www.nih.gov) - [Grant Forecast on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/359273) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | Affiliation | |-----------------------------|-----------------------------------------|--------------|--------------------------------------| | Jennifer Humensky, Ph.D. | [jennifer.humensky@nih.gov](mailto:jennifer.humensky@nih.gov) | 301-480-1265 | National Institute of Mental Health |

Research Opportunities in Crisis Response Services for Suicide Prevention

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