FY 2026 Congressionally Directed Spending Projects
🏛 Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis (HHS-SAMHS-SAMHSA)
Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations specifically identified as Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) Projects in the FY 2026 Consolidated Appropriations Act. Eligibility is limited to entities named in the Joint Explanatory Statement accompanying Public Law 119-75. Only pre-selected organizations may apply.
This is not a competitive or open funding opportunity. Organizations must verify they are listed in Appendix A of the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to confirm their award amount.
Funding supports general SAMHSA grant objectives. Award amounts vary by individual project and are specified in the NOFO appendix.
Program description
The purpose of this funding opportunity is to provide general information to organizations identified as Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) Projects in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026.
Note: Award amounts for the CDS Projects are included in Appendix A of the NOFO.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- Application form (typically SF-424 or SAMHSA application system)
- Project narrative aligned with CDS appropriation language
- Budget justification (amount is pre-determined)
- Organizational documentation (fiscal sponsor status if applicable)
Program contact
- 👤 Rachel Bailey Content Administrator
- 📧 NOFOBudget.CSAT@samhsa.hhs.gov
- 📞 3013673764
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 93.493 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$76,000,000
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$76,000,000
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$61,000,000
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$61,000,000
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$35,000,000
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$30,000,000
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$30,000,000
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$27,669,000
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$17,997,000
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$15,000,000
Top States by Funding
- MO 13 awards $259.5M
- AL 3 awards $187.0M
- SC 10 awards $93.1M
- WV 11 awards $92.0M
- AR 9 awards $86.0M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.493). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2022 est. | $1,306,623,000 | |
| 2024 est. | $1,018,465,919 |
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply for this funding?
Only organizations specifically named in the FY 2026 Consolidated Appropriations Act as SAMHSA CDS Projects. Check Appendix A of the NOFO to verify eligibility.
Is this funding opportunity open to the public?
No. This is exclusively for pre-selected Congressionally Directed Spending Projects. Other organizations cannot apply.
How do I find my award amount?
Award amounts are listed in Appendix A of the Notice of Funding Opportunity. Your specific project amount is pre-determined and non-negotiable.
What is the deadline?
The deadline is July 13, 2026. This is a fixed deadline, not rolling.
What activities does this funding support?
SAMHSA substance abuse and mental health services activities. Your specific project scope is defined in the CDS appropriation language.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Verify your organization is listed in Appendix A before investing application effort. Ineligible organizations cannot apply.
- If eligible, confirm your exact award amount early to align your project budget accordingly.
- Even though amounts are pre-determined, submit a complete application by the deadline to claim your funding.
- Review the CDS appropriation language for your project to ensure your application aligns with the authorized scope.
- Contact SAMHSA if your organization's information or award amount appears incorrect in the NOFO.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Missing the application deadline for pre-selected funding. Failing to verify organization eligibility before starting the application. Proposing activities outside the scope authorized in the appropriations language.
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