Treatment and Recovery Services for Youth, Young Adults, and Families

The Treatment and Recovery Services for Youth, Young Adults, and Families program is administered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. SAMHSA is responsible for advancing behavioral health nationwide, with a focus on improving access to treatment, supporting recovery, and preventing substance misuse. This funding opportunity is authorized under Section 514 of the Public Health Service Act and aligns with federal priorities to address substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions among vulnerable populations. The primary purpose of this grant is to enhance comprehensive treatment and recovery support services for children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing substance use disorders or co-occurring disorders, along with their families and caregivers. The program emphasizes family-centered, trauma-informed, and evidence-based approaches to care. Applicants are expected to deliver direct treatment services and establish pathways to recovery that improve long-term health outcomes and reduce substance use across populations aged 25 and under. Funding is provided as a discretionary federal grant with an estimated total program allocation of $6,540,000 and up to 12 awards anticipated. Each award may receive up to $545,000 annually for a project period of up to five years. Funds are primarily intended for direct service delivery, including screening, assessment, treatment, recovery support, and case management. Allowable uses include evidence-based interventions, medication-assisted treatment, community coordination, and recovery supports, while restrictions prohibit expenditures related to harm reduction policies, certain housing costs, and specific prohibited activities outlined by federal regulations. Eligible applicants include domestic public and private nonprofit entities, including faith-based organizations, healthcare systems, tribal organizations, and other nonprofit service providers. Applicants must demonstrate at least two years of experience delivering relevant services and maintain appropriate licensing and accreditation. Organizations that previously received funding under certain prior iterations of this program are not eligible. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement for this opportunity. The application process requires submission through Grants.gov and eRA Commons and includes several mandatory components such as a project narrative, budget narrative, and supporting attachments. Applicants must also submit documentation demonstrating nonprofit status, letters of commitment from service partners, and a detailed project timeline. The project narrative is limited to ten pages and must address specified evaluation criteria, including population need, implementation approach, evidence-based practices, organizational capacity, and data collection strategies. Applications are due by July 16, 2026, with awards expected by September 1, 2026, and project activities beginning shortly thereafter. The project period may extend up to five years, contingent on continued funding and performance. Recipients are required to begin service delivery within four months of award and must comply with extensive reporting, evaluation, and performance measurement requirements throughout the grant lifecycle. SAMHSA also requires participation in technical assistance activities and annual meetings. Evaluation of applications is conducted through a merit review process based on clearly defined criteria, including population need, implementation strategy, evidence-based practices, organizational experience, and data collection plans. Final funding decisions also consider alignment with agency priorities and compliance with federal policies. Successful applicants must adhere to all federal regulations, maintain program integrity, and demonstrate measurable outcomes that contribute to improved behavioral health and recovery among youth and families.

Align proposal with evidence-based practices and SAMHSA priorities; clearly demonstrate measurable outcomes; ensure strong partnerships and documented service capacity; strictly follow formatting and page limits