The Michigan Health Endowment Fund’s Behavioral Health Initiative aims to improve access to effective mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) services and supports for Michigan residents.
Donor Name: Michigan Health Endowment Fund
State: Michigan
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 04/02/2025
Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000
Grant Duration: 2 Years
Details:
The Behavioral Health Initiative is interested in funding new projects that address:
- Implementation of innovative care delivery models
- Multi-sector responses aimed at developing and strengthening collaboration to support efficient entry to care
- Use of innovative technology to improve access to care and/or quality of care
- Implementation of team-based approaches to care, including integration at the point of care, sharing health information among providers, and increased provider consultation.
Across all priority areas, the Health Fund seeks proposals that promote health equity and address disparities. What does that look like? Equitable programs:
- Benefit or increase access to care for populations most affected by a health issue;
- Remove barriers to health;
- Empower communities; and
- Engage community leaders and members in decision-making.
Funding Information
The Health Fund anticipates awarding grants between $50,000 to $500,000. They welcome proposals toward the smaller end of that range. Applicants may apply for a one- or two-year grant, but the total request is limited to $500,000.
Eligibility Criteria
Nonprofits, federally recognized Tribes, local units of government, and the State of Michigan are eligible for grants. To be eligible to apply for a grant under this initiative, applicants must:
- Be recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a tax-exempt organization;
- Serve Michigan residents;
- Have a current certified financial audit or independently reviewed financial statements; and
- Have at least one FTE.
For more information, visit Michigan Health Endowment Fund.
