RFA #118 - Community Based Prevention and Outreach
The RFA #118 grant from Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services funds certified agencies to deliver evidence-based, community-driven substance misuse prevention and outreach programs in Ohio's larger communities.
Funder: Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services
Due Dates: October 16, 2026 (Request for Applications Due Date)
Funding Amounts: Up to $150,000 per award for a 12-month period; renewals contingent on performance and funding.
Summary: Supports certified agencies in Ohio communities (population 55,000+) to deliver comprehensive, evidence-based substance misuse prevention and outreach programs.
Key Information: Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) or (4) nonprofit and a certified prevention provider; strong community partnerships and formal MOUs required.
Description
This funding opportunity, administered by the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS) through its Office of Community & Family Resiliency, is designed to support certified prevention agencies in Ohio communities with populations of 55,000 or more. The grant funds comprehensive, multi-layered substance misuse prevention and early intervention services, emphasizing evidence-based programming, community engagement, and outreach strategies tailored to local needs and risk factors. The initiative aims to build sustainable prevention infrastructure, foster protective factors, promote wellness across the lifespan, and ensure equitable access to behavioral health prevention resources in alignment with Ohio’s Strategic Prevention Framework and Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP) guidelines.
