Trauma-Informed Substance Use Prevention Program

The Trauma-Informed Substance Use Prevention Program is funded through the Substance Use Block Grant, a federal funding stream administered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration and awarded to states such as Arizona through the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System. The Governor's Office of Youth, Faith and Family administers these funds at the state level and directs resources toward prevention and early intervention services. This program reflects a coordinated federal and state effort to address substance misuse by investing in community-based organizations capable of delivering evidence-based prevention strategies. The purpose of this funding opportunity is to support the development and implementation of trauma-informed substance use prevention programs. These programs are designed to provide behavioral health screenings and assessments, increase youth engagement in healthy activities, and deliver substance use education to adults and families. A key emphasis is placed on integrating trauma-informed care principles, recognizing the role that adverse experiences play in substance misuse. Funded programs are expected to strengthen protective factors, build resilience, and improve awareness of trauma impacts across communities. Funding supports a range of allowable activities including evidence-based prevention programming, screening and assessment services, and community education initiatives. Programs must be culturally competent and responsive to local needs, including addressing emerging drug trends such as vaping, alcohol misuse, marijuana, polysubstance use, and other community-identified concerns. While specific restrictions are not explicitly outlined, the emphasis on evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches indicates that funded activities must align with established prevention frameworks and best practices. Eligibility for funding is implied to include organizations capable of implementing prevention programming within Arizona communities. This includes nonprofits, community-based organizations, and potentially public agencies such as county health departments and school districts, as evidenced by the list of current subgrantees. These organizations must demonstrate the capacity to deliver prevention services and engage target populations including youth, families, and broader community members. The program appears to prioritize organizations with experience in behavioral health, substance use prevention, or youth development. The application process requires submission by the stated deadline, though specific application components are not detailed in the provided information. Applicants are expected to respond to the Request for Grant Applications and likely provide program plans, evidence of capacity, and alignment with trauma-informed principles. Questions regarding the program can be directed to the program administrator via email, suggesting that technical assistance or clarification may be available during the application period. The application deadline for the current funding cycle is June 15, 2026, at 11:59 PM Arizona Time. The opportunity is currently open for applications. While recurrence is not explicitly stated, the ongoing nature of block grant funding and the listing of existing subgrantees suggests that this program may be offered periodically. No specific award notification timeline or performance period is provided, but funded programs are expected to operate within the broader framework of substance use prevention and early intervention services supported by federal block grant funding.