Strategic Prevention Framework - Partnerships for Success for States

The Strategic Prevention Framework - Partnerships for Success for States program is administered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, which operates under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This federal agency is responsible for advancing behavioral health across the nation by supporting programs that prevent substance misuse and promote mental health. Through its Center for Substance Abuse Prevention, SAMHSA funds initiatives that build public health infrastructure and expand evidence-based prevention strategies. This opportunity represents a continuation of SAMHSA’s broader effort to reduce substance use initiation and progression, particularly through state-level coordination and community-based interventions. The purpose of this program is to prevent and reduce the initiation and progression of substance use and its associated problems. The initiative focuses on strengthening protective factors, reducing risk factors, and promoting resilience and well-being within communities. It emphasizes the development and delivery of community-based prevention services and seeks to expand and strengthen the capacity of prevention providers. These providers may include organizations serving communities and tribes that implement evidence-based, evidence-informed, and community-defined prevention strategies. Funding under this program is intended to support statewide systems that coordinate prevention activities and ensure that interventions are aligned with the Strategic Prevention Framework model. While specific allowable costs are not detailed in the forecast notice, funding generally supports program development, service delivery, workforce capacity building, and evaluation activities tied to prevention outcomes. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement associated with this opportunity, which lowers the financial barrier for eligible applicants and enables broader participation among state entities. Eligibility for this opportunity is restricted to states, including U.S. territories, Pacific jurisdictions, and the District of Columbia. This limitation ensures that funding is directed toward entities capable of implementing large-scale, statewide prevention systems. Applicants are expected to coordinate across multiple stakeholders, including local communities and tribal organizations, to deliver prevention services effectively. The program’s structure implies a high level of administrative and organizational capacity, given the scale and scope of expected activities. The application process is not yet open, as this is a forecasted opportunity. The estimated posting date is May 29, 2026, at which point full application instructions, required components, and submission procedures will be released. Based on standard federal grant processes, applicants can expect to submit proposals through Grants.gov and include detailed program narratives, budgets, and supporting documentation. Evaluation criteria will likely focus on program design, evidence-based approach, capacity to implement statewide initiatives, and anticipated outcomes. The total estimated program funding is 8,200,000 dollars, with approximately four awards expected. Specific award amounts, project timelines, and performance periods have not yet been disclosed. Similarly, application deadlines, award dates, and project start dates remain unspecified. Interested applicants should monitor the official posting and prepare in advance by aligning their prevention strategies with SAMHSA’s Strategic Prevention Framework. For additional information, applicants may contact Damaris Richardson via phone or email as provided in the notice.