About SAMHSA
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) funds are vital financial resources dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with mental health and substance use disorders. Established in 1992, SAMHSA is a branch of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and aims to advance behavioral health across the nation. With an annual budget exceeding $5 billion, SAMHSA funds a wide range of programs and services, including the Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Block Grant (SABG) and the Community Mental Health Services Block Grant (MHBG), which together support over 10,000 community-based prevention, treatment, and recovery programs. SAMHSA also provides grants for specific initiatives, such as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, which answers over 2 million calls annually, and the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs) program, which ensures access to comprehensive, coordinated behavioral health care. These funds are crucial in addressing the opioid crisis, expanding access to mental health services, and supporting innovative approaches to prevention and treatment, ultimately aiming to enhance the overall well-being of individuals and communities across the United States.
