Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Related to COVID-19 for SAMHSA Grant Recipients and MORE!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Related to COVID-19 for SAMHSA Grant Recipients These FAQs address general questions associated with award and management of SAMHSA discretionary grants that may arise in relation to COVID-19. This information does not apply to SABG, MHBG, PATH or PAIMI grants. Applicants and grant recipients are strongly encouraged to monitor this website for updates.

Treatment, Recovery, and Workforce Support Grant SAMHSA is accepting applications for Treatment, Recovery, and Workforce Support grants (Workforce Support). The purpose of this program is to implement evidence-based programs to support individuals in substance use disorder treatment and recovery to live independently and participate in the workforce. To achieve this objective, recipients must coordinate, as applicable, with Indian tribes or tribal organizations, state and local workforce development boards, lead state agencies responsible for a workforce investment activity, and state agencies responsible for carrying out substance use disorder prevention and treatment programs. SAMHSA plans to issue 8 grants of up to $500,000 per year for up to 5 years. Application Due Date: Monday, June 1, 2020

State Opioid Response Grants SAMHSA is accepting applications for the State Opioid Response (SOR) grants. The program aims to address the opioid crisis by increasing access to medication-assisted treatment using the three FDA-approved medications for the treatment of opioid use disorder, reducing unmet treatment need, and reducing opioid overdose-related deaths through the provision of prevention, treatment, and recovery activities for opioid use disorder (including illicit use of prescription opioids, heroin, and fentanyl and fentanyl analogs). SAMHSA plans to issue up to 59 grants of up to $1,420,000,000 for up to 2 years. Application Due Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2020

Rural Opioid Technical Assistance Grants SAMHSA is accepting applications for the Rural Opioid Technical Assistance Grants (ROTA). The purpose of this program is to develop and disseminate training and technical assistance for rural communities on addressing opioid issues affecting these communities. Training and technical assistance can also be geared toward addressing stimulant issues in these communities. SAMHSA plans to issue 5 awards of $550,000 for up to 2 years. Application Due Date: Friday, May 8, 2020

Tribal Opioid Response Grants SAMHSA is accepting applications for Tribal Opioid Response grants (TOR). The program aims to address the opioid crisis in tribal communities by increasing access to culturally appropriate and evidence-based treatment, including medication-assisted treatment using one of the three FDA-approved medications for the treatment of opioid use disorder (OUD). In addition to focusing on OUD, recipients may also address stimulant misuse and use disorders, including cocaine and methamphetamine. SAMHSA plans to issue 200 grants of up to $50,000,000 for up to 2 years. Application Due Date: Monday, May 4, 2020

Rural Emergency Medical Services Training Grant SAMHSA is accepting applications for the Rural Emergency Medical Services Training grants (EMS Training). The purpose of this program is to recruit and train emergency medical services (EMS) personnel in rural areas. SAMHSA recognizes the great need for emergency services in rural areas and the critical role EMS personnel serve across the country. SAMHSA plans to issue 25 grants of up to $200,000 per year for up to 1 year. Application Due Date: Thursday, April 30, 2020

State Pilot Grant Program for Treatment for Pregnant and Postpartum Women SAMHSA is accepting applications for the State Pilot Grant Program for Treatment for Pregnant and Postpartum Women (PPW-PLT). The purpose of the program is to enhance flexibility in the use of funds designed to: Support family-based services for pregnant and postpartum women with a primary diagnosis of a substance use disorder, including opioid use disorders; Help state substance abuse agencies address the continuum of care, including services provided to pregnant and postpartum women in nonresidential-based settings; and Promote a coordinated, effective, and efficient state system managed by state substance abuse agencies by encouraging new approaches and models of service delivery. SAMHSA plans to issue 5 grants of up to $900,000 per year for up to 3 years. Application Due Date: Monday, April 20, 2020