FUNDING
We are actively seeking funding to enhance support for tribal behavioral health providers through legislative advocacy. We strive to stay updated on funding opportunities for tribal communities, which you can find here.
Donations
Our association relies solely on donations and volunteer efforts—your support helps us strengthen the tribal behavioral health provider community.
Please consider making a donation.
Awarded Funding
The New Mexico Tribal Behavioral Health Providers Association (NMTBHPA) is proud to announce its role in supporting the Culturally Based Harm Reduction by and for Native Communities in New Mexico grant opportunity. In partnership with Vital Strategies, which is funding implementation and technical assistance, and Americans for Indian Opportunity (AIO), serving as the grants administrator, NMTBHPA promoted the opportunity and contributed to the review and selection process. A total of 16 tribal programs were funded in July. Together, we are ensuring that tribal entities and Indigenous-based organizations across New Mexico have access to resources that strengthen culturally grounded harm reduction strategies and meet the unique needs of their communities.
Available RFPs
Here are some available grant opportunities for tribal communities.
For a full list, visit Grants.gov and click “Search Grants.”
Culturally Based Harm Reduction by and for Native Communities in New Mexico
Vital Strategies is partnering with the New Mexico Tribal Behavioral Health Providers Association and Americans for Indian Opportunity to request proposals from Native nations, Tribal health programs, and Native-led organizations that share geography with New Mexico. This includes Native communities both on- and off- reservations and Tribal lands. Organizations and
Rural Communities Opioid Response Program-Overdose Response
DEADLINE 03/10/2025 Eligible Applicants State governments Special district governments Independent school districts Private institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Small businesses County governments Public and State controlled institutions of
Alcohol and Other Substance Use Research Education Programs for Health Professionals (R25 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
DEADLINE 05/25/2026 Eligible Applicants Special district governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses State governments Private institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of
Autism Secondary Data Analysis Research (Autism SDAR)
DEADLINE 02/25/2025 Eligible Applicants Independent school districts Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) State governments Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education For
Integrating Mental Health Care into Health Care Systems and Non-Health Settings in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (R01 Clinical Trial Optional)
DEADLINE 01/07/2028 Eligible Applicants State governments Special district governments Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) County governments Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Private institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) City or township governments For profit organizations
Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training Program for Paraprofessionals
DEADLINE 3/18/2025 Eligible Applicants City or township governments Special district governments County governments Independent school districts State governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Description The purpose of the
Legislative Advocacy
Join us in advocating for policies that support the behavioral health needs of our tribal communities.
Visit nmlegis.gov for more on the New Mexico State Legislature.
Legislation Supported by NMTBHPA
- Senate Bill 1 (SB1) – Behavioral Health Trust Fund
- Senate Bill 2 (SB2) – Public Health & Safety Initiatives
- Senate Bill 3 (SB3) – Behavioral Health Reform & Investment Act
