Building Communities of Recovery
Forecast
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis plans to offer grants to the applicants described in the notice. It expects to make about 18 awards worth $6.3 million in total. It is a forecast, and no dates have been set yet.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed September 3, 2026. Checked October 31, 2026.
- Award ceilingnot stated
- Award floornot stated
- Expected awards18
- Total funding$6.3 million
- Cost sharingRequired
- Funding typeGrant
Key dates
| Forecast posted | September 3, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Expected posting | December 15, 2026 |
| Expected award date | September 30, 2027 |
Who can apply
This opportunity is open to the applicants described in the notice.
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
Eligibility is statutorily limited to Recovery Community Organizations (RCOs). An RCO is an independent nonprofit organization that—(1)mobilizes resources within and outside of the recovery community, which may include through a peer support network, to increase the prevalence and quality of long-term recovery from substance use disorders; and(2) is wholly or principally governed by people in recovery for substance use disorders who reflect the community served.
Is this a realistic fit?
- The notice requires cost sharing or matching funds, so you must contribute part of the project cost.
What the grant funds
The purpose of this program is to support organizations in mobilizing and connecting community resources to increase access to long-term recovery support for people with substance use disorders and co-occurring substance use and mental disorders.
How to apply
- Read the full notice and attachments on Grants.gov. The notice is the official source for deadlines and requirements.
- Make sure your organization has an active SAM.gov registration and Unique Entity ID; registration can take several weeks.
- Register on Grants.gov and submit through Workspace before the deadline and time given in the notice. Our application guide walks through each step.
Questions go to Jihane Ambroise, BCOR@samhsa.hhs.gov, 240-276-1600.
Questions people ask
Who can apply for Building Communities of Recovery?
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis accepts applications from the applicants described in the notice. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.
What is the deadline for Building Communities of Recovery?
Forecast, no dates yet. Confirm the date and time in the official notice on Grants.gov.
How much funding is available?
About $6.3 million in total across about 18 awards.
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