Disaster Distress Helpline
ID: 360974Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis (HHS-SAMHS-SAMHSA)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/360974
Timeline
    Description

    The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is offering a federal grant opportunity titled "Disaster Distress Helpline," aimed at managing and enhancing the Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH) to ensure continuous access to crisis counseling and support for individuals experiencing emotional distress due to disasters. The program seeks to provide year-round, toll-free, and confidential support, aligning with SAMHSA's mission to mitigate the behavioral health impacts of both natural and human-caused disasters. With an estimated total program funding of $1,200,000 and the expectation of one award, interested applicants, which include domestic public and private nonprofit entities, can reach out to Maryann Robinson at (240) 276-1883 or via email at maryann.robinson@samhsa.hhs.gov for further information. The application process is set to begin with a synopsis posting on March 16, 2026, for the fiscal year 2026.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Maryann Robinson
    (240) 276-1883
    maryann.robinson@samhsa.hhs.gov
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