The "Pilot Research Opportunities in Crisis Response Services for Suicide Prevention" grant (RFA-MH-25-136) supports research on the effects of state and local policies on crisis response services, including those associated with the 988 mental health crisis hotline. The goal is to examine how policy impacts service availability, utilization, and outcomes across diverse real-world settings, considering factors such as age, geography, culture, and health disparities. The grant encourages studies addressing the full spectrum of crisis response systems, with a focus on underserved populations and children.

The grant allows for clinical trials but does not specify award ceilings or floors. Eligible applicants include a variety of U.S. entities, such as higher education institutions, nonprofits, government agencies, tribal organizations, and businesses. Foreign institutions are not eligible.

Applications are due by June 2, 2025, with the program archiving on July 8, 2025. More information can be found on the NIH grants website.