The Statewide Consumer Network Program, administered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is designed to enhance the capacity and sustainability of mental health peer-run organizations at the state level. This program aims to improve mental health support systems and services for individuals with serious mental illness (SMI) or serious emotional disturbance (SED). By fostering peer-run organizations, SAMHSA seeks to ensure that individuals with lived experience in mental health recovery play a critical role in shaping and enhancing services that directly impact their communities.

This funding opportunity is classified as a discretionary grant, meaning funds are allocated based on merit rather than a fixed formula. The grant falls under the category of Health and is part of the broader initiative under the Assistance Listings number 93.243, which includes Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Projects of Regional and National Significance. The program expects to distribute a total of $1,142,585 in funding, with an estimated nine awards anticipated. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement for applicants, making it more accessible to a diverse range of organizations.

Eligible applicants for the program include states and U.S. territories such as Guam, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Northern Mariana Islands, the Virgin Islands, American Samoa, the Federated States of Micronesia, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, and the Republic of Palau. Additionally, the District of Columbia, political subdivisions of states, Indian tribes or tribal organizations (as defined in section 5304 of title 25), health facilities or programs operated by or in accordance with a contract or award with the Indian Health Service, and other public or private nonprofit entities are eligible to apply.

As a forecasted funding opportunity, key dates for this grant remain tentative. The estimated post date for the funding opportunity announcement is April 1, 2025, but the estimated application due date, award date, and project start date have not yet been specified. The forecast was last updated on March 3, 2025. Interested applicants should monitor Grants.gov and SAMHSA's official channels for updates on the application process and final deadlines.

The application process will require detailed proposals outlining how the funding will be utilized to build and sustain peer-run organizations. Evaluation criteria will likely focus on the applicant’s ability to demonstrate a clear plan for capacity-building, sustainability, and measurable outcomes in improving mental health services for individuals with SMI or SED. Applicants should be prepared to provide data on program impact, sustainability strategies, and evidence-based approaches to peer support.

For further inquiries, prospective applicants can contact the Center for Mental Health Services at SAMHSA via phone at (240) 276-1042 or email at scnresourcemailbox@samhsa.hhs.gov. Additional details and updates regarding the funding opportunity can be found on Grants.gov.