LACDMH and CalMHSA Accepting Applications for Take Action for Mental Health L.A. County Community Grant Opportunity
LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (LACDMH) in collaboration with the California Mental Health Services Authority (CalMHSA) is excited to announce a grant program with awards of up to $150,000 per grantee to promote well-being and community connection in Los Angeles County.
The grant program is developed for programs to coincide with May Mental Health Awareness Month and foster community connection as a part of LACDMH’s Take Action for Mental Health L.A. County campaign. Events submitted for consideration should take place during the months of May and June 2023, and focus on decreasing stigma and discrimination, increasing help seeking behaviors, increasing awareness of and access to mental health services and resources or any activities that address one or more negative effects of untreated mental illness.
Grants will be awarded to organizations that promote mental health and well-being through community engagement. Grant proposals must be submitted through CalMSHA’s e-procurement portal at https://calmhsa.bonfirehub.
Initial grant payments will be awarded on March 24, 2023. The grants are made possible through the CA Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Prevention and Early Intervention funding.
Who Should Apply?
The following types of applicants are eligible:
- Non-profit agencies
- For-profit agencies
- Faith-based organizations
- Schools
- Other entities dedicated to carrying out diverse community engagement efforts to help promote stronger community ties and civic engagement
For more information regarding this opportunity, visit CalMHSA’s Bids & Contracting Opportunities webpage.
