Garrett Lee Smith State/Tribal Youth Suicide Prevention and Early Intervention Program
🏛 Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis (HHS-SAMHS-SAMHSA)
Can you apply?
This grant is for state and tribal governments seeking to develop and expand youth suicide prevention and early intervention programs. Eligible applicants include state health/behavioral health agencies, state education agencies, and tribal governments and organizations serving youth populations. Programs may support awareness campaigns, training for school personnel and other youth-serving professionals, screening and early identification of at-risk youth, crisis intervention services, and evidence-based prevention curricula in schools and community settings. Geographic scope includes all U.S. states, territories, and federally recognized tribes. Funding typically supports multi-year initiatives focused on reducing suicide attempts and deaths among young people through comprehensive, coordinated community approaches.
This grant is for state and tribal governments seeking to develop and expand youth suicide prevention and early intervention programs. Eligible applicants include state health/behavioral health agencies, state education agencies, and tribal governments and organizations serving youth populations. Programs may support awareness campaigns, training for school personnel and other youth-serving professionals, screening and early identification of at-risk youth, crisis intervention services, and evidence-based prevention curricula in schools and community settings. Geographic scope includes all U.S. states, territories, and federally recognized tribes. Funding typically supports multi-year initiatives focused on reducing suicide attempts and deaths among young people through comprehensive, coordinated community approaches.
Program description
The purpose of the program is to support States and Tribes with implementing youth suicide prevention and early intervention strategies for individuals up to age 24.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Demographic focus
Details
This grant is for state and tribal governments seeking to develop and expand youth suicide prevention and early intervention programs. Eligible applicants include state health/behavioral health agencies, state education agencies, and tribal governments and organizations serving youth populations. Programs may support awareness campaigns, training for school personnel and other youth-serving professionals, screening and early identification of at-risk youth, crisis intervention services, and evidence-based prevention curricula in schools and community settings. Geographic scope includes all U.S. states, territories, and federally recognized tribes. Funding typically supports multi-year initiatives focused on reducing suicide attempts and deaths among young people through comprehensive, coordinated community approaches.
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project narrative/statement of need (describing epidemiology, goals, and activities)
- Evaluation and performance measurement plan
- Budget and budget narrative (itemized by activity area)
- Letters of commitment/support from partners (schools, mental health agencies, tribes, etc.)
- Organizational capacity documentation (staffing, prior experience with youth mental health programs)
- Plan for serving at-risk and underserved populations
- Sustainability plan showing funding and continuation strategy post-award
Program contact
- 👤 Rachel Bailey Content Administrator
- 📧 NOFOBudget.CMHS@samhsa.hhs.gov
- 📞 3013673764
Funding track record
No recent recipient data available for CFDA 93.532 in our database.
This can happen for newer programs, programs that use non-standard award types (loans, direct payments, fellowships), or those funded through sub-agencies under different codes.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.532). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2026 est. | $945,000,000 |
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply for this grant?
State agencies (health, behavioral health, or education) and tribal governments/organizations are the primary eligible applicants. Some programs may allow partnerships with community organizations, but the lead applicant should be a government entity.
What is the funding range?
SAMHSA youth suicide prevention grants typically range from $400,000 to $600,000 annually per award, though actual amounts vary and should be confirmed in the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO).
What types of activities does this grant support?
Eligible activities include suicide prevention training, mental health screening in schools, evidence-based intervention programs, crisis services coordination, public awareness campaigns, and gatekeeper training for educators and youth-serving professionals.
What makes an application competitive?
Strong applications demonstrate clear epidemiological data on youth suicide in the target area, partnerships with schools and community organizations, use of evidence-based programs, clear evaluation plans, and commitment to serving high-risk populations.
When is the deadline and how long does application take?
The deadline is June 15, 2026 (applications open May 15, 2026). Grant writers should plan 50-100 hours for a competitive federal application including needs assessment, program narrative, and evaluation sections.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Include local suicide data: Use state/tribal mortality data, CDC statistics, and youth surveys to establish the scope and urgency of the problem in your jurisdiction.
- Emphasize partnerships: Demonstrate coordination with schools, mental health providers, crisis hotlines, and community organizations—suicide prevention requires a comprehensive network.
- Address equity and access: Highlight how your program will reach high-risk and underserved youth, including LGBTQ+ youth, rural youth, and youth of color who have elevated suicide risk.
- Use evidence-based programs: Select interventions with demonstrated effectiveness (e.g., QPR, safeTALK, Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale) and explain your evaluation plan clearly.
- Plan for sustainability: Describe how the program will continue or be sustained after federal funding ends, including state/local funding commitments and revenue diversification.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applications often lack sufficient baseline data on suicide risk and demographics in the target population, making it hard for reviewers to assess need and impact. Another frequent weakness is insufficient detail on how the grantee will coordinate across agencies and sectors—suicide prevention requires genuine partnerships, not just letters of support. Additionally, many applications fail to adequately address equity or explain how the program will reach highest-risk youth groups.
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