Teen Mental Health First Aid for All Tenth Graders
🏛 New York State Office of Mental Health
✓ Free, no account · Source: New York SFS Grant Opportunity Portal · Last verified Oct 9, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for New York State nonprofits serving tenth-grade students with mental health training. Eligible applicants must be not-for-profit organizations. The grant funds Teen Mental Health First Aid training programs for tenth graders.
Organizations must be able to deliver evidence-based mental health first aid curricula. Programs can operate in schools, community centers, or other youth-serving venues within New York State.
This is a New York State-restricted opportunity. Applicants outside NYS are not eligible.
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Program description
Teen Mental Health First Aid for All Tenth Graders is a New York State grant opportunity administered by the New York State Office of Mental Health. Total program funding is approximately $66,500,000. Eligible applicants: Not-For-Profit. Focus area: Health Services. Project period: 0 Month(s). Applications are due 2026-12-17. Posted through the New York State Grant Opportunity Portal in the Statewide Financial System (SFS).
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Completed grant application form
- Project narrative/proposal
- Organizational budget
- Proof of 501(c)(3) status or not-for-profit incorporation
- Evidence of school or community partnerships
- Curriculum implementation plan
Program contact
- 👤 Jeremy Rossello
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Not-for-profit organizations eligible. Organizations must serve tenth-grade students in New York State.
What geographic area does this grant cover?
New York State only. Applicants and programs must be located within NYS.
What activities does this grant fund?
Teen Mental Health First Aid training programs for tenth graders. Curriculum delivery, instructor training, and implementation costs are supported.
What is the total funding available?
Approximately $66,500,000 is available statewide. Individual award amounts are not specified.
When is the application due?
December 17, 2026. Check the NYS Grant Opportunity Portal for any updates or changes.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Review the Teen Mental Health First Aid curriculum standards before applying. Familiarity with evidence-based content strengthens your proposal.
- Include specific details about which schools or youth populations you'll reach. Concrete numbers and demographics matter.
- Show how you'll train and support instructors to deliver the program. Implementation capacity is key.
- Connect your program to existing school or community partnerships. Collaboration signals realistic execution.
- Document your organization's prior experience with youth mental health initiatives. Track record builds credibility.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Vague descriptions of which tenth graders you'll serve or how many. Weak partnerships or no evidence of school/community buy-in. No details on instructor qualifications or training plans.
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