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New Grant Opportunity for Behavioral Health Non-profits

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January 26, 2026
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New Grant Opportunity for Behavioral Health Non-profits

Elevance Health Foundation Announces Behavioral Health RFP

The Elevance Health Foundation has released a new Request for Proposal (RFP) focused on advancing behavioral health across the country . As a catalyst for positive change, the Foundation is looking to partner with non-profits to drive innovative, scalable solutions for mental health (MH) and substance use disorder (SUD) .

What is the Foundation Looking For?

The Foundation is prioritizing programs that achieve one or more of the following goals :

  • Increase Treatment Access:
    Growing the number of individuals receiving services for mental health and/or substance use disorders .

  • Prevention & Early Intervention:
    Supporting strategies to reduce risks through screenings and early outreach .

  • Combat Loneliness:
    Reducing social isolation and feelings of loneliness among those living with MH or SUD .

Priority Considerations

Proposals will receive priority if they address "whole-person" health, incorporate culturally relevant interventions, and offer innovative solutions that generate measurable outcomes .

Key Details:

  • Eligibility: Registered 501(c)3 charitable organizations .

  • Geographic Scope: The Foundation is seeking national programs or local initiatives in CA, FL, GA, IN, MO, NV, NY, OH, TX, and VA .

  • Grant Term: 1–3 years .

  • Submission Deadline: January 31, 2026

How to Apply

See Elevance Health's Request For Proposal

Non-profits seeking to implement community-based initiatives can find application deadlines and submit their proposals online at Elevancehealth.foundation/for-grantseekers . Please note that the review process typically takes 4–6 months .

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