Alaska Mental Health Authority awards over $2 million on grants

WASILLA — The Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority recently awarded over $2.3 million in grants to groups and organizations across the state.

The Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority is a state corporation that administers a comprehensive mental health program to support people experiencing mental illness, intellectual and developmental disabilities, substance use disorders, Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia, and traumatic brain injuries.

According to a recent press release, Trust awards an average of $25 million in grants each year to support Alaska nonprofits, tribal entities, state and local government agencies, and service providers.

“Understanding the importance of a robust system of care that Trust beneficiaries need to thrive, we are pleased to be able to support so many organizations and initiatives that provide essential support and services,” Trust CEO Steve Williams stated in the press release. “The Trust’s grant program is designed to support and improve Alaska’s full continuum of care, from prevention, to intervention and treatment, to post-treatment, and these awards really help address the system’s needs. We appreciate all efforts of Trust beneficiary-serving partners who are making real improvements in the lives of Alaskans.”

The Trust awarded an estimated $5,075,500 to fund a variety of projects, including $95,700 for a mobile crisis team project by North Recovery, Inc. and $50,000 for a reentry housing project by Valley Charities, Inc.

For more information, including the types of Trust grants available, how to apply, and past grant awards, visit alaskamentalhealthtrust.org/about/grants.

Contact Mat-Su Valley Frontiersman reporter Jacob Mann at jacob.mann@frontiersman.com