Family Support Technical Assistance Center

The Family Support Technical Assistance Center grant opportunity is a forecasted discretionary program under the purview of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, specifically managed by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). SAMHSA is committed to improving the quality and availability of treatment and rehabilitative services to reduce illness, death, disability, and cost to society resulting from substance use and mental health disorders. This program is part of a broader federal initiative to expand access to comprehensive behavioral health services through regional and national significance projects. This funding opportunity aims to support the establishment or expansion of a Technical Assistance Center focused on educating the public and healthcare professionals about the role and importance of family support in mental and substance use disorder treatment. The center will promote the integration of family services into treatment models, fostering a more inclusive and effective approach to care. The center is expected to develop and disseminate educational resources, conduct trainings, and provide consultation services that elevate the profile and implementation of family-centered care in clinical and community settings. The scope of work under this grant includes providing both general education and specialized training on family supports to a diverse range of stakeholders. This includes not only behavioral health professionals but also individuals in recovery, family caregivers, and broader community entities involved in treatment planning and service delivery. The allowable uses of funds will likely cover staffing, training development and delivery, resource creation, and dissemination efforts. While detailed budget restrictions and spending rules are not yet published, the projected funding ceiling of $800,000 suggests a single large-scale award supporting national reach activities. Eligible applicants for this opportunity are limited to domestic public and private non-profit entities. This includes a wide range of organizations such as non-profit community-based service providers, universities, tribal entities, and health institutions. The grant does not require cost sharing or matching funds, making it accessible to a broader group of applicants who might not have access to supplemental financial resources. The forecast does not specify pre-application requirements such as a Letter of Intent or concept paper submission. As a forecasted opportunity, application and award dates have not been finalized, though the estimated post date is listed as February 28, 2025. The absence of specific deadlines indicates that interested applicants should monitor Grants.gov for updates once the full Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is released. No PDF documentation is currently available for download, and no application package is yet accessible. Program contact is listed as Jessica Mullins, who can be reached at jessica.mullins@samhsa.hhs.gov or by phone at 240-276-1653 for inquiries or updates. Given the recurring nature of similar SAMHSA funding cycles, the next expected due date is estimated to occur around Summer 2025, pending final confirmation upon NOFO release. The performance period and award notification dates are currently unspecified but will be detailed once the solicitation officially opens.