Residential Treatment for Pregnant and Postpartum Women
🏛 Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis (HHS-SAMHS-SAMHSA)
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Can you apply?
This grant is for nonprofits and government entities that provide residential substance use disorder treatment services. Eligible applicants must serve pregnant and postpartum women and be able to deliver comprehensive, evidence-based treatment. Organizations must have organizational capacity and financial management systems in place.
Funds support residential treatment across settings including inpatient programs, residential facilities, and recovery housing. Services include medical care, mental health treatment, counseling, and family support. Activities must specifically address pregnant and postpartum populations.
Geographic scope is national. Applicants from all U.S. states and territories may apply.
⚖️ Cost sharing / matching required — applicants must contribute their own funds.
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Program description
The purpose of this program is to provide comprehensive services for pregnant and postpartum women with substance use disorders across the continuum of residential settings that support treatment and sustain recovery.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
- 501(c)(3) Public Charity
- City / Municipal Government
- County Government
- Nonprofits
- Special District
- State Government
- Tribal Nation
- Tribal Organization
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Organizational Capacity documentation
- Staffing plan with qualifications
- Work plan with timeline and deliverables
Program contact
- 👤 Amy Smith
- 📧 ppw@samhsa.hhs.gov
- 📞 240-276-2892
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 93.490 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$2,999,542
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$1,080,000
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$1,080,000
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$1,080,000
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$1,080,000
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$1,079,361
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$995,000
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$995,000
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$995,000
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$995,000
Top States by Funding
- NJ 7 awards $4.8M
- CA 10 awards $4.5M
- MD 2 awards $3.5M
- NC 4 awards $3.0M
- MO 5 awards $2.8M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.490). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2026 est. | $545,000,000 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Nonprofits, state/local government entities, and tribal organizations providing substance use disorder treatment. You must currently or be prepared to serve pregnant and postpartum women.
What types of services are funded?
Residential treatment, counseling, medical care, mental health services, case management, and recovery support. All services must address the needs of pregnant and postpartum women specifically.
Is cost sharing required?
Yes. This grant requires grantees to contribute non-federal resources. Verify the specific match percentage in the program solicitation.
How long is a typical project period?
Project periods vary. Check the most recent NOFO (Notice of Funding Opportunity) for specific timelines and renewal options.
What makes a competitive application?
Demonstrate strong organizational capacity, relevant experience serving this population, evidence-based treatment models, and clear outcomes measurement. Budget justification and work plan detail also strengthen competitiveness.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Emphasize your organization's track record serving pregnant and postpartum women. Specific outcomes and success stories matter.
- Build a strong budget narrative. Justify how funds directly support treatment services and staffing for this specialized population.
- Include evidence-based treatment models in your program design. SAMHSA favors programs using evidence-supported approaches.
- Address how you will coordinate medical, mental health, and substance use treatment. Integration is key for this population.
- Plan for sustainability beyond the grant period. Show how you'll maintain services after federal funding ends.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Failing to demonstrate understanding of pregnancy-specific treatment needs and complications. Submitting vague program descriptions without concrete service models or timelines. Underestimating staffing costs for qualified medical and mental health professionals.
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