Children's Mental Health Initiative

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is forecasting a $43 million grant program titled “Children’s Mental Health Initiative.” The initiative seeks to fund comprehensive community mental health services for children, youth, and young adults (birth through age 21) with serious emotional disturbances. Eligible applicants include state governments, political subdivisions (counties, cities, towns), and Indian tribes or tribal organizations. Funding will be provided through a cooperative agreement, with an estimated award date of September 30, 2027. The program aims to identify at‑risk children, deliver treatment, and support families, enhancing community capacity to address serious emotional disturbances. • Target population: children, youth, and young adults (0‑21) with serious emotional disturbances. • Funding mechanism: Cooperative Agreement (CFDA 93.104). • Estimated total funding: $43 million. • Eligible applicants: State, local, and tribal governments. • Anticipated award date: 09/30/2027; posting date 09/03/2026. • No posted deadline or pre‑bid meeting; details to be released in future solicitation. • Primary contact: Kate Perotta (email and phone provided).