Advance notice: applications open in December 2026.
NJ Department of Human Services, Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services

Supporting Families Grant Program

Grants of up to $150,000 for small nonprofits and community-focused small businesses that support families and loved ones affected by substance use disorder, including people helping someone in recovery or grieving the loss of a loved one.


Who Can Apply

Join the Notification List

Key Facts

Up to $150K

Grant award amount

Under $2M

Annual operating budget

December 2026

Target application launch

About the Program

DMHAS is launching a grant program for small community organizations that support families and loved ones affected by substance use disorder. Funding comes from New Jersey’s share of the national opioid settlements. Grants help organizations start or grow services for families and their loved ones affected by substance use disorder (SUD) or co-occurring disorders (SUD with mental illness).

What the Grants Can Fund

  • Grief counseling and support groups
  • Memorial and remembrance initiatives
  • Community engagement
  • Advocacy and policy initiatives
  • Education workshops
  • Mentorship and peer support
  • Resource centers
  • Online support

Who Can Apply

  • Community-based nonprofits and community-focused small businesses
  • Annual operating budget under $2 million
  • Serving New Jersey families and loved ones affected by substance use disorder or co-occurring disorders

Timeline

Now

Advance notice period. Start getting ready to apply.

Informational Sessions

Dates to be announced

December 2026

Application materials released

To be announced

Awards expected

How to Prepare

  • Join the notification list to receive application materials as soon as they’re released.
  • Watch for upcoming informational sessions and applicant assistance opportunities.
  • Think about what your organization would do with this funding.

Questions? Contact Us

Mathtech, Inc. is administering this grant program on behalf of DMHAS, including outreach, application administration, grant administration, and grantee monitoring.

Brooke Warden, Grant Administration Lead
Mathtech, Inc.