Federal Grant Award Summary

The Mississippi Department of Mental Health received a $3.53 million Block Grant for Prevention and Treatment of Substance Abuse (CFDA 93.959) from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Center for Substance Abuse Treatment, effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027. This block grant supports the development and implementation of comprehensive substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery services across the state of Mississippi. The funding enables the state agency to plan, implement, and evaluate activities that address substance use disorders through a range of evidence-based interventions and community support programs.

Under this award, the Mississippi Department of Mental Health delivers critical behavioral health services including substance abuse treatment, crisis intervention, case management, peer support, and workforce training. The department typically leverages block grant funding in partnership with local organizations, community mental health centers, and healthcare providers to expand access to prevention and treatment services for vulnerable populations throughout Mississippi. The award follows specific federal compliance requirements outlined in 2 CFR Subpart F and 45 CFR Part 96, with all obligations and expenditures available during the fiscal year of allocation and the subsequent fiscal year.