Request for Proposals to Address Youth Mental Health and Digital Overuse
This grant funds research and innovative interventions to address youth mental health issues caused by digital overuse, aiming to improve well-being and resilience among young people.
Funder: New York Community Trust
Due Dates: July 16, 2026
Funding Amounts: Award size varies; project budgets required; overhead for universities/hospitals capped at 5% of total project budget.
Summary: Supports innovative projects, research, and interventions to address youth mental health challenges related to digital overuse.
Key Information: Only nonprofit organizations may apply; projects must serve New York City, Long Island, or Westchester.
Description
This grant opportunity seeks proposals from nonprofit organizations to address the growing challenge of youth mental health issues associated with digital overuse. The program encourages innovative research, practical interventions, awareness campaigns, and support services that mitigate the negative impacts of excessive digital engagement on young people's well-being. Funded projects should focus on improving mental health outcomes for youth affected by digital overuse, with an emphasis on solutions that can be sustained beyond the grant period.
