Sober Truth on Preventing Underage Drinking Act Grants
This grant funds community programs across the U.S. to prevent and reduce alcohol use among youth and young adults ages 12 to 20.
Funder: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Due Dates: July 15, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $60,000/year per award for up to 4 years; approx. $1.96M total funding; ~32 awards
Summary: Supports projects to prevent and reduce alcohol use among youth and young adults ages 12–20 in U.S. communities.
Key Information: Only the first 60 complete, high-quality applications will be reviewed; portal closes once this limit is reached.
Description
This grant program aims to prevent and reduce alcohol use among youth and young adults ages 12 to 20 in communities across the United States. Funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the initiative supports evidence-based strategies and community-level interventions that address underage drinking. The program is highly competitive, with a strict cap on the number of applications that will be reviewed.
