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 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). SAMHSA is a federal agency focused on improving the quality and availability of prevention, treatment, and recovery services for substance use and mental disorders across the United States. This funding opportunity falls under the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment Projects of Regional and National Significance and is designed to strengthen service systems that address substance use disorders among younger populations and their support networks. The primary purpose of this program is to enhance comprehensive treatment and recovery support services for youth ages 12 to 17 and young adults ages 18 to 25 who are experiencing substance use disorders or co-occurring substance use and mental health conditions. A significant emphasis is placed on serving not only individuals but also their families and primary caregivers, recognizing that recovery outcomes are closely tied to family engagement and systemic support structures. The program aims to expand access to evidence-based, developmentally appropriate, and culturally responsive services. Funding is expected to support a wide range of treatment and recovery activities, including clinical services, recovery support systems, family engagement strategies, and coordinated care approaches. Although specific allowable costs and restrictions are not detailed in the forecast notice, SAMHSA programs typically support direct services, workforce development, infrastructure improvements, and program evaluation activities. The funding instrument is a grant, and there is no cost sharing or matching requirement, which lowers the financial barrier to participation for eligible applicants. Eligibility is limited to domestic public and private nonprofit entities, including faith-based organizations. This indicates an inclusive approach to nonprofit participation, allowing a broad array of service providers, community-based organizations, and treatment providers to apply. The notice does not indicate eligibility for for-profit entities, individuals, or government entities explicitly, suggesting that nonprofit status is a core requirement. Faith-based organizations are explicitly included, provided their programming aligns with federal funding requirements. The application process is not yet open, as this is a forecasted opportunity. The estimated posting date is May 29, 2026, at which time full application instructions, required components, and submission procedures will be released. No pre-application requirements such as letters of intent or concept papers are specified at this stage. Similarly, application deadlines, award dates, and project start dates have not yet been announced. Applicants should monitor the official posting for updates and prepare organizational documentation in advance. SAMHSA anticipates making approximately 12 awards under this program, with an estimated total program funding of 6,540,000 dollars. Individual award amounts, including ceilings and floors, have not yet been specified in the forecast. The absence of these details suggests that final funding structures will be clarified in the full funding opportunity announcement. Interested applicants are encouraged to review similar SAMHSA programs to estimate potential award sizes and scope. For further information, applicants may contact the program representative, Sheryl Crawford, via phone at 240-276-1063 or by email at YouthandFamilyTree@samhsa.hhs.gov. As a forecasted opportunity, this program may follow recurring federal funding cycles, though no explicit recurrence is stated. Organizations interested in applying should track updates on Grants.gov and prepare to act promptly once the opportunity is officially released.