Youth Mental Health Providers Recruit, Retain, Rest and Recuperation (4R) Grant Program
Supports Santa Barbara County organizations in recruiting and retaining youth mental health providers to strengthen behavioral healthcare for local children, youth, and families.
Funder: Santa Barbara Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 per organization for a one-year grant period
Summary: Supports Santa Barbara County organizations in recruiting, retaining, and supporting youth mental health providers to strengthen behavioral healthcare for children, youth, and families.
Key Information: Eligibility limited to organizations serving Santa Barbara County youth and families with direct mental health services.
Description
The Youth Mental Health Providers Recruit, Retain, Rest and Recuperation (4R) Grant Program is designed to address the youth mental health crisis in Santa Barbara County by supporting organizations that provide direct behavioral healthcare to children, youth, and their families. The program aims to help organizations attract and retain qualified mental health professionals—including licensed clinicians and those in training—while also offering resources to address secondary trauma among providers. Priority is given to organizations with clear recruitment and retention strategies, evaluated pay structures, and innovative, collaborative approaches. The ultimate goal is to strengthen organizational capacity and improve the social-emotional health of youth in the region.
