Partnerships for Success Grants

The Partnerships for Success (PFS) grant is a funding initiative supported by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and administered in Kentucky through the Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky. This program operates as a pass-through grant under a larger federal award and is designed to strengthen community-based responses to substance use prevention. The Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky serves as the facilitating entity, leveraging federal resources to support local organizations in addressing pressing behavioral health concerns. The initiative specifically targets communities with limited opportunities and elevated risk factors related to substance use. The primary purpose of the PFS grant is to reduce the misuse of alcohol, nicotine including vaping, and cannabis by supporting evidence-based prevention strategies. Funded projects must incorporate trauma-informed and resilience-based approaches and be responsive to the specific needs of local communities. Applicants are expected to design programs that not only address substance use directly but also strengthen protective factors and reduce underlying risks that contribute to behavioral health challenges. The program encourages locally driven solutions that reflect the lived experiences and priorities of community members. Funding is available for projects with a maximum award of up to 50000 dollars for a 12-month project period. The grant period concludes on August 31, 2027, indicating that funded activities are expected to occur between approximately September 2026 and August 2027. Funds may be used for planning, developing, implementing, or sustaining prevention initiatives. However, federal guidelines restrict the use of funds for certain items such as promotional commodities, and prohibit ineffective prevention strategies such as scare tactics. Applicants must ensure that all proposed expenditures align with allowable uses and support the program’s evidence-based framework. Eligibility for this opportunity is limited to organizations that serve communities within Kentucky. Applicants must provide services in at least one Kentucky county and demonstrate a commitment to serving all members of their community, particularly those at higher risk. While organizations currently receiving PFS funding are eligible to apply, preference is given to new applicants. The program emphasizes inclusivity and expects applicants to center high-risk populations in both program design and leadership structures. The application process requires applicants to download and complete a detailed application form and submit it via email to the designated Grants Program Administrator. The application includes multiple components such as organizational overview, demographic analysis, project narrative, timeline, best practices, measurable objectives, and a detailed budget. Applicants must also outline monthly activities and benchmarks across the grant period and demonstrate alignment with evidence-based prevention practices. Evaluation criteria prioritize community-centered approaches, feasibility, organizational capacity, and alignment with program goals. Selected grantees are subject to several reporting and participation requirements. These include attending quarterly meetings, submitting quarterly progress reports, and engaging in evaluation and professional development activities. These requirements are intended to foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across funded projects. The program also emphasizes shared learning among grantees and the broader initiative. Applications for this funding opportunity are due by June 15, 2026. There are no pre-application requirements such as letters of intent. Applicants may direct questions or submit completed proposals via email to the program administrator. The grant does not explicitly state recurrence, but given its federal backing and structured cohort timeline, it may be part of a multi-year initiative cycle rather than an annually recurring standalone opportunity.

Center high-risk communities in leadership and design; use evidence-based prevention methods; ensure goals are feasible and aligned with substance use reduction priorities