Pediatric Mental Health Care Access Program (PMHCA)
Grant Opportunity Analysis
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is offering a grant opportunity through the Pediatric Mental Health Care Access Program (PMHCA) aimed at enhancing mental and behavioral health services for children and youth. This program seeks to provide pediatric primary care providers with expedited access to tele-consultation, training, and care coordination support, thereby improving the overall mental health care landscape for young populations. Eligible applicants include various domestic organizations such as state and local governments, Native American tribal governments, and organizations, with a total estimated program funding of $9,790,000 and an expected 22 awards ranging from $0 to $445,000. Interested parties should note that applications must be submitted electronically by May 27, 2026, and can direct inquiries to the Maternal and Child Health Bureau at MCHBPMHCANOFO@hrsa.gov or by phone at (301) 443-0754.
Eligible Applicants
These types of domestic* organizations may apply: State, county, city, township, and special district governments, including the District of Columbia, domestic territories, and freely associated statesNative American tribal governmentsNative American tribal organizations* "Domestic" means the 50 states, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, and the Republic of Palau.