Mental Health Foundation Young Adult Programs

Posted by on April 18, 2011

Mental Health Foundation Accepting Applications for Young Adult Programs
Deadline: April 30, 2011

The Albany, New York-based Mental Health Foundation, a nonprofit organization focused on educational efforts to improve public understanding about mental health and end stigma, has announced its 2011 “It’s OK to Talk About It” Grant Initiative. Funding is available to support projects designed to improve access to mental health-related education and services for young adults.

The foundation seeks to support innovative programs that address the reduction of stigma, the promotion of public awareness, and education on mental health issues for the target population of young adults. These programs must entail a peer component of young adults who have personally lived with mental illness and can share their condition and stigmatization in a candid and positive manner with peers. The grant program’s goal is to improve acceptance of and access to mental health services and supports.

The foundation will fund individual projects and not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organizations, including service organizations, as well as public institutions and institutions of higher learning. In general, the foundation limits its financial support to expenses directly related to project implementation.

The foundation anticipates awarding several grants for innovative and creative approaches that serve youth. Project awards may range from $1,000 to $10,000. Complete program guidelines and application procedures are available at the Mental Health Foundation Web site.

http://www.mentalhealthfoundation.net/