Best Mental Health Grants in Alabama

About QuikTripQuikTrip believes in investing in the communities in which our employees live and work. Every year, QuikTrip donates 5% of our annual net profit to qualified 501c3 non-profit agencies, which includes our United Way campaign match, support for National Safe Place agencies, Folds of Honor scholarships and many other agencies that support at-risk youth and early childhood education.Mission: To wisely invest dollars in community efforts that will help impact (in measurable terms) individuals in our society who are dependent on the charitable support of others. We believe the most effective way to do that is to invest our contribution dollars and volunteers in strategic efforts that help those at risk reach their functional capacity as successful, independent citizens.About QuikTrip Charitable GrantsQuikTrip funds 501c3 agencies located in the cities in which we have stores and our employees live and work. Funding can include: “in-kind” products (coupons, gift cards or product donation), formal grants, fundraiser/event sponsorships and employee volunteer time.Focus Areas:

• Creating Safe Communities
  • First Responders: QuikTrip is proud to partner with law enforcement and first responders in every market we serve, making sure that they have the tools, training and support they need to keep our communities safe and to return home safely to their families after each shift.
  • Homeless Outreach & Alternatives to Police Response: To significantly reduce non-emergency calls and help people in crisis get back on their feet, QuikTrip funds dedicated homeless outreach teams across our communities. These teams engage individuals experiencing homelessness and living in encampments – connecting people to services, shelter, detox and long-term care.

• Creating Strong Communities
  • Ending Homelessness: We support emergency, transitional and permanent supportive housing, diversion and prevention programs, and more.
  • Mental Health & Substance Abuse : We know that healthy communities are safe communities, which is why we invest in detox and substance abuse treatment centers, and behavioral health centers and services to end the perpetuation of cycles of trauma and addiction.
  • At-Risk Youth: We especially prioritize services for at-risk youth – those aging out of foster care, justice-involved or without stable support systems.
• Additional Community Commitments
  • United Way: Employee donation matching in all markets.
  • Folds of Honor: Scholarships for families of fallen or wounded service members and first responders.
  • National Safe Place: QT stores serve as Safe Place locations for youth in crisis, with trained staff ready to assist.

Veteran- and first responder–serving organizations in Alabama that provide wellness, rehabilitation, and recovery services can apply for the Gridiron Veterans Scholarship, supporting mental health, physical therapy, and holistic wellness programs. With a mission to strengthen the military-veteran community, Bob Woodruff Foundation backs evidence-based services that improve resilience and quality of life.

Correctional and detention facilities in Alabama seeking to develop or expand jail-based residential substance use disorder treatment can apply for grants up to US $70,694. Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs supports evidence-based programs that engage participants for at least three months, use drug testing, create therapeutic communities, and provide aftercare services.

Alabama-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with at least one paid employee can apply for Daniel Foundation of Alabama’s operating grants, which provide up to US $25,000 for programs including mental health services for low-income or uninsured residents. Eligible organizations must be under $5 million in revenue and already have received prior board funding from the foundation.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Alabama with at least three years of status and a $100,000+ budget can seek funding for mental health, youth development, and job-readiness programs. RBC Foundation USA supports efforts that build in-demand skills, increase community stability and accessibility, and advance environmental sustainability in communities where RBC Wealth Management operates.

Community-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Alabama facing unplanned emergencies like fires, floods, or pandemics can seek funding for emotional, occupational, and nutritional health needs. The Rosendin Foundation reviews one-time emergency requests up to Up to US $5,000 on an as-needed basis for organizations in its service areas.

Alabama 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting emotional and mental health can seek funding for community-focused programs that improve emotional, occupational, and nutritional health. With a mission to positively impact communities, The Rosendin Foundation provides grants up to US $100,000 to organizations in its service states, including Alabama, that are in good standing with the IRS and state authorities.

U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on mental health access, health disparities, or education programs for adolescents through adults in Alabama can apply for funding from the L B Research and Education Foundation. Grants of US $10,000 - US $75,000 support expansion of proven, research-informed programs, especially for underserved populations and organizations of small to medium size.

Organizations able to operate a national crisis counseling helpline for disaster-related emotional distress, including callers from Alabama, can apply for SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline program, with awards up to US $1,200,000 to manage, enhance, and strengthen services. Eligible projects must support 24/7, toll-free, confidential mental health and crisis intervention across the U.S. and territories.

Students pursuing mental health-related degrees such as counseling, clinical social work, psychology, or sociology can receive scholarship support for accredited nonprofit colleges or universities. Grants from Central Carolina Community Foundation help mental health and higher education students, with preference for undergraduates; applicants must meet GPA and enrollment requirements and be from the foundation’s 11-county South Carolina service area.

Students with developmental, emotional, physical, or similar challenges, or those who have volunteered with such students, can receive scholarship support for higher education through the Patricia Schroder Memorial Scholarship. Focused on disability-related and mental health needs, Community Foundation for Southwest Washington invites graduates of specified Washington and Texas school districts to apply for US $1,000 - US $1,400 awards.

Alabama mental health research institutions and interdisciplinary teams can access funding through the National Institutes of Health to establish ALACRITY practice-based research centers. Grants up to US $1,500,000 support high-impact studies to optimize mental health interventions, improve access and quality of care, and advance translational research for youth and adults, including serious mental illness.

US-based academic, nonprofit, governmental research institutions, and health systems conducting clinical trials on repurposed therapies for mental health and related conditions can apply for up to US $75,000. Cures Within Reach provides Alabama mental health researchers with support for proof-of-concept or early-phase trials benefiting U.S. veterans and active military personnel.

Nurses Educational Funds

Nurses Educational Funds, Inc. depends solely on donations to advance our only mission, to promote nursing leadership through annual scholarship support for professional nurses seeking masters and doctoral degrees in nursing education, practice, research, and administration.

NEF’s only purpose is to provide nursing scholarship assistance to make graduate level nursing education possible. NEF is one of the largest, national, private, professionally endorsed source of funds for advanced nursing study with over one hundred years of service to and for professional nursing. NEF is a non-profit organization with 501(c) status.

Madeline A. Naegle Scholarship for Mental Health Nursing

In 2018, Madeline A. Naegle, PhD, CNS-PMH, RN, BC, FAAN, a national and international nursing leader in mental health/substance abuse education, research, and practice together with NEF created this scholarship with a preference to graduate nurses specializing in mental health nursing.

The Judith G. Whitaker Scholarship, awarded by Nurses Educational Funds Inc., supports nurses pursuing master's and doctoral degrees in nursing. Applicants must have two semesters of study remaining and meet specific eligibility criteria, including a valid RN license and a minimum GPA of 3.6. Preference is given to doctoral students focusing on nursing research. This scholarship reflects over a century of commitment to advancing nursing education and leadership.

The Joanne V. Pontier Scholarship, established in 2022 by Mary V. Insall, honors her sister, a dedicated emergency nurse. With a generous $50,000 donation, this scholarship supports emergency nurses pursuing graduate studies. Applicants must be enrolled in accredited nursing programs and have a minimum GPA of 3.6. Preference is given to doctoral students in nursing research. This scholarship aims to foster leadership in nursing and improve emergency care, ultimately saving lives and supporting families.

The Joan L. Conroy Scholarship, established in 2024, supports Ph.D. nursing students dedicated to educating future nurses. It honors Joan L. Conroy's legacy, emphasizing her love for education and nursing. Applicants must have two semesters left in their program and demonstrate a commitment to geriatric nursing and home health care. This scholarship is funded by the Nurses Educational Funds Inc., a nonprofit organization that promotes nursing leadership through educational scholarships.

The Jane Eleanor Knox Scholarship, established by a $50,000 bequest from Dr. Knox, supports doctoral nursing students committed to leadership in the field. Applicants must possess a current RN license and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.6 while enrolled in accredited nursing programs. Preference is given to those focusing on nursing research or organizational studies. This scholarship fosters the advancement of nursing education and leadership through financial support from Nurses Educational Funds, Inc.

The Isabel McIsaac Scholarship, awarded by Nurses Educational Funds Inc., supports master's and doctoral nursing students with a minimum GPA of 3.6. Applicants must hold a current RN license and have completed a baccalaureate degree in nursing. Preference is given to candidates pursuing nursing research or organizational studies. This scholarship aims to promote nursing leadership and is funded solely through donations, reflecting over a century of commitment to advancing nursing education.

The Isabel Hampton Robb Scholarship, provided by Nurses Educational Funds Inc., supports doctoral candidates in nursing education, practice, research, and administration. Applicants must hold a current RN license and have two semesters of study remaining after the award notification. Preference is given to those majoring in nursing research or organizational study. With over a century of service, NEF is dedicated to advancing nursing leadership through scholarship assistance, fostering the next generation of nursing professionals.

The Henry B. Spencer Scholarship, awarded by Nurses Educational Funds Inc., supports RNs pursuing master's or doctoral degrees in nursing education, practice, research, and administration. Applicants must have at least two semesters remaining in their program and meet specific eligibility criteria, including current RN licensure and professional nursing association membership. This scholarship prioritizes doctoral students focusing on nursing research or organizational study, continuing a legacy of leadership in nursing established by Henry Spencer.

The Georgette Viellion Scholarship, established in 2021 with a $50,000 donation, supports doctoral nursing students aiming to become full-time faculty members. Applicants must have an RN license and maintain a GPA of at least 3.6. Preference is given to those focusing on nursing research or organizational study. This scholarship is part of the Nurses Educational Funds, Inc.'s mission to promote nursing leadership through financial assistance for advanced education in nursing.

The Evelyn J. Barclay Scholarship supports professional nurses pursuing advanced degrees in nursing education, practice, research, and administration. Applicants must have a current RN license and be enrolled in accredited graduate nursing programs. This scholarship, awarded by Nurses Educational Funds Inc., emphasizes the importance of nursing leadership and aims to enhance the nursing workforce. Preference is given to doctoral candidates focusing on public health, nursing education, or research, ensuring a continued commitment to improving healthcare outcomes.

The Estelle Massey Osborne Scholarship supports exceptional African American nurses pursuing master's degrees. Applicants must have at least two semesters remaining in their program, maintain a minimum GPA of 3.6, and hold a current RN license. This scholarship, provided by Nurses Educational Funds Inc., honors Estelle Massey Osborne, the first African American nurse to earn a master's degree in the U.S. It aims to promote nursing leadership through financial assistance for advanced education.

The Eleanor C. Lambertsen Scholarship, established through a legacy of nursing leadership, supports doctoral candidates pursuing education or administration in nursing. Applicants must have a valid RN license and be enrolled in an accredited nursing program with a minimum GPA of 3.6. This fund honors Eleanor Lambertsen’s contributions to nursing, aiming to empower future leaders in healthcare. With over a century of service, Nurses Educational Funds continues to enhance nursing education through scholarships for master's and doctoral programs.

Just One More Grant aims to transform lives by providing financial support to individuals and nonprofit organizations in the U.S. who are overcoming challenges like mental health issues, drug misuse, and educational barriers. The foundation encourages applications from those committed to personal growth and community support. Though current grants are paused for nonprofits, interested individuals with actionable plans are invited to apply. More information and past winners can be found on their website.

The John Edelman Scholarship supports student veterans pursuing careers in mental health counseling, offering five scholarships of $10,000 each. This initiative, funded by Student Veterans of America, emphasizes the importance of mental health support for veterans. Eligible candidates must be enrolled as full-time students in the 2025-2026 academic year and maintain strong academic performance. The scholarship aims to reward exceptional achievement and encourage further study in disciplines that promote mental well-being.