The Florida Blue Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2025 Mental Well-Being Grant Program, aimed at enhancing mental health services across Florida. Nonprofit organizations with a focus on mental well-being are encouraged to apply before the deadline on Monday, May 5, 2025, by 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Program Objective
The primary goal of this grant is to support programs that assist individuals of all ages—children, teens, adults, and seniors—in managing life’s stressors, including social isolation and loneliness. Additionally, the program seeks to increase the pipeline of mental health professionals to address the growing demand for services.
Background and Rationale
Mental health is integral to overall well-being. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately one in five adults and one in six youth experience a mental health episode each year. Rural communities are particularly affected, with about 6.5 million individuals facing mental health challenges. Florida ranks 35th among states for prevalence of mental illness and is among the five worst states for mental health care, with over 6 million residents living in areas lacking adequate mental health professionals.
Grant Details
The Florida Blue Foundation will award three- and four-year grants to organizations demonstrating expertise in delivering mental well-being services or training mental health professionals. This initiative aligns with the Foundation’s commitment to improving health by addressing food security, advancing mental well-being, growing healthy communities, and tackling health disparities.
Application Process
Interested organizations can access the online application and view an informational webinar on the Mental Well-Being Grant Program through the Florida Blue Foundation’s website. All applicants will be notified of their status between August and September 2025, with a required orientation scheduled between September and October 2025.
Important Dates
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Application Open Date: On or about Monday, March 17, 2025
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Application Due Date: Monday, May 5, 2025, by 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time
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Applicant Notifications: Between August and September 2025
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Required Orientation: Between September and October 2025
For more information and to apply, visit the Florida Blue Foundation’s Community Investments page.
https://www.flaglernewsweekly.com/florida-blue-foundation-2025-mental-well-being-grant-applications-now-open/
This grant represents a significant opportunity for organizations dedicated to improving mental health services in Florida to receive substantial support for their initiatives.