Trust Grant RFP 19491 Trust Mini-Grant Programs

The Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority is soliciting proposals for a competitive grant to develop and administer statewide mini-grant programs. These programs are designed to support organizations serving beneficiaries with behavioral health and intellectual and developmental disabilities needs, including youth in early intervention. The primary objective is to fund equipment, supplies, and services that enable beneficiaries to live more independently within their communities. The total funding for the first year is anticipated not to exceed 2.3 million dollars, with administrative costs capped at 20 percent of the total available funds. The period of performance begins July 1, 2026, and runs through June 30, 2027, with four optional one-year renewals at the discretion of the Trust. Proposals must be submitted in PDF format via Alaska ZendTo, email, mail, or courier by 1:30 P.M. Alaska Time on March 6, 2026. Applicants must be in good standing with the State of Alaska or hold 501(c)(3) status and provide a valid State of Alaska business license number. Evaluation is based on a pass/fail eligibility screen followed by a scored assessment of program goals, budget viability, and organizational qualifications. The successful grantee will be required to maintain an independent grants management platform and ensure all reporting contains only aggregate data to protect client confidentiality and comply with PHI standards. Final award decisions, including the amount and any special conditions, rest with the board of trustees.