OhioMHAS Funding Opportunities
Please click the links below for more information on these funding opportunities:
RFA #73 Opioid Treatment Program Mobile Medication Unit (REPOSTED) The OhioMHAS Office of Treatment Services is requesting applications from non-profit organizations with current 501(c)(3) status or government entities for two grantees related to the initial startup and operation of an Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) mobile medication unit. OhioMHAS aims to increase access to MOUD treatment services in areas of high need — including Appalachian counties and counties under 60,000 residents. This funding opportunity is supported by SOS 4.0 funds and must be spent by Sept. 29, 2025.
EOI #74: CBHS Provider Crisis Response Grant Update (DEADLINE EXTENDED) The deadline for submitting an Expression of Interest for the CBHS Crisis Provider Grant has been extended to March 24 at 3:00 pm. An updated FAQ has been published and can be found on the OhioMHAS Funding Opportunities webpage.
EOI #76 Recovery and Workforce Development Innovation and Collaboration The OhioMHAS Office of Community Services Bureau of Workforce Sustainability is seeking expressions of interest for support of activities that increase collaboration between behavioral health and workforce development systems and their practitioners and respective funding streams. OhioMHAS encourages these two systems to braid public funding in support of effective strategies for integrating skill development and work into substance abuse prevention and recovery. This opportunity will provide up to $150,000 for efforts that align with these goals. Submit an expression of interest e-mail to: workforce@mha.ohio.gov by April 4 at 3:00 p.m.
March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month
Partnership Spotlighted for Work to Prevent Problem Gambling in Ohio
OhioMHAS marks Problem Gambling Awareness Month in March by spotlighting its unique partnership with the Ohio Lottery Commission (OLC), the Ohio Racing Commission, and the Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC), which make up Ohio for Responsible Gambling (ORG). Created in 2012, ORG was formed shortly before the first casinos opened in Ohio, with the goal of addressing problem gambling. Referred to as the “Ohio Model,” the approach has become the gold standard nationwide.
"We came together organically, without being compelled by legislation,” said OhioMHAS Chief Advisor Tia Marcel Moretti, LSW, OCPC. “Progressive by design, this collaboration allows us to quickly implement emerging best practices.”
ORG commissioned the first Ohio Gambling Survey in 2012. Done every five years, the 2012 survey found an estimated 5.7 percent of Ohioans reported behaviors that indicated they were at risk for, or already experiencing problem gambling. In 2022, the last time the survey was done, that number had jumped to 19.8 percent.
That's not surprising, said Derek Longmeier, Executive Director at the Problem Gambling Network of Ohio. "Studies have shown that the more opportunities there are to gamble, the more problem gambling we'll see," he said.
Together, the entities that make up ORG have taken a multi-pronged approach to address problem gambling and make prevention and treatment more accessible to help people live healthier, happier lives.
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 On the Road of Recovery Accepting Interview Applications for Season 5 Filming Throughout Ohio This Summer
Every summer, On the Road of Recovery travels the state in an RV documenting recovery stories to inspire hope, spread awareness, and humanize addiction. Past interviews can be watched on their YouTube channel. The organization is currently accepting applications for season 5 interviews. Click HERE to view a list of filming locations. If you'd like to share your recovery story, please complete this short application form. Please share this opportunity with anyone who may be interested.
Application Deadline Extended: HRSA BH Workforce Education and Training Program for Paraprofessionals
The Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) has extended the application deadline for the Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training Program for Paraprofessionals to 11:59 p.m. on April 1. The program aims to enhance community-based experiential training for students preparing to become mental health workers, peer support specialists, and other behavioral health paraprofessionals. A special focus is placed on the knowledge and understanding of the specific concerns of children, adolescents, and young adults who have experienced trauma and are at risk for behavioral health disorders. HRSA will award approximately $10.9 million to up to 29 awardees over a period of four years. Eligible applicants include: faith-based and community-based organizations; hospitals; HRSA-funded health centers and Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs); public and private institutions of higher education; rural health clinics; state; city, county; township; and special district governments, state-licensed mental health nonprofit and for-profit organizations; and tribal governments and tribal organizations.
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OneOhio Impact Academy — April 2
The OneOhio Recovery Foundation will hold its next virtual Impact Academy on April 2 from 2:00-3:15 p.m. Presenters will introduce a Sustainability Framework designed to help organizations strengthen their capacity to combat addiction and save lives. This interactive session will explore the eight key domains that influence program sustainability, providing valuable insights on how organizations can enhance their long-term impact. Attendees will also learn how to leverage the Program Sustainability Assessment Tool (PSAT), a free resource that helps organizations evaluate their programs and identify areas for improvement. This session is ideal for past and future OneOhio grant applicants and stakeholders involved in addiction recovery. Questions? Email Info@OneOhioFoundation.com.
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The G.A.P. Network Grief Conference — April 3
Prevention Action Alliance will host the 2025 G.A.P. Network Grief Conference on April 3 from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at CoHatch Polaris in Columbus. This year's theme is "Cultivating Compassion: Building a Comprehensive Grief-Responsive Community." Prevention CEUs will be provided. |
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PGNO Gambling Disorder Stages Training Series
A Seat at the Table: Advocacy and Prevention Networking — April 15
Prevention Action Alliance (PAA), with support from OhioMHAS, will host A Seat at the Table: Advocacy and Prevention Networking on April 15 from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at the Ohio Statehouse. This event provides a valuable opportunity for preventionists and state elected officials, along with their staff, to connect, exchange insights, and hear from inspiring speakers on shaping policies that strengthen community health and well-being. PAA will provide bus transportation from its office to the Statehouse on the morning of the event. Seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Fourth Annual Recover Out Loud Luncheon — April 16
Empowering Conversations: Practical Skills for Addressing Mental, Emotional, and Behavioral Health — April 18
The Ohio Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Prevention and Promotion invites Ohio's experienced behavioral health prevention professionals to join its upcoming Advanced Prevention Practice ECHO session, Empowering Conversations: Practical Skills for Addressing Mental, Emotional, and Behavioral Health, on April 18. This session equips prevention specialists with practical tools and strategies to facilitate open discussions to help break down stigma, foster support, and enhance their impact in addressing these essential topics within the community. Sessions are interactive and are a great place to share your successes or “workshop” your ideas with subject matter experts and colleagues. CEs for Prevention, Social Work, Health Education, and Nursing will be available.
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Virtual Sources of Strength Ohio Conference — April 23
Learn how Sources of Strength programs are thriving in Ohio during a free, virtual conference on April 23 from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Keynote and select breakout sessions will be led by members of the Sources of Strength national team, including a 9:00 a.m. primer for those who need an introduction to Sources. Additional sessions will be led by Sources of Strength Ohio, as well as local leaders.
Featured topics include: • The Sources of Strength Secondary Program as a violence prevention program • Strategies to build staff wellness through Sources of Strength • HB 123: youth-led solutions to engage students and meet legislative requirements • Taking a peek at the new Elementary Curricula for grades 3-5 • Sources in Appalachian Ohio • Sustainable funding options
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Ohio Chamber of Commerce Second Annual BH Summit — May 1
The Ohio Chamber of Commerce will host its Second Annual Behavioral Health Summit on May 1 at the Nationwide Children's Conference Center in Columbus. The Summit brings together industry leaders, behavioral healthcare professionals, and employers to discuss pressing behavioral health challenges and solutions in Ohio. The event features keynotes, expert-led panels, and discussions covering topics such as local behavioral health systems, workforce growth, workplace prevention strategies, and Ohio's legislative landscape. The event promises valuable insights into supporting behavioral health in both businesses and communities across the state. Questions? Email Molly Mottram at mmottram@ohiochamber.com.
2025 We Are Change Rally — May 2
The Ohio Youth-Led Prevention Network, with support from OhioMHAS, will host the 2025 We Are Change Rally on May 2 from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Columbus Commons. This year's theme is "Empowering Growth: Youth on the Move." More than 1,000 youth are expected to converge in Columbus to highlight the inspiring, impactful work happening in communities throughout the state. Travel stipends are available to help cover the cost of travel to the rally. Apply HERE.
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Ohio Program for Campus Safety and Mental Health (OPCSMH) 7th Biennial Conference — May 15
The Ohio Program for Campus Safety and Mental Health (OPCSMH) will host its 7th Biennial Conference on May 15 at the OCLC Conference Center in Dublin. This year's theme is "The Evolving Landscape of Campus Behavioral Health." Attendees will learn to identify how colleges and universities can collaborate with the campus community to leverage the promotion of student safety and well-being; mental health awareness and campus suicide prevention efforts; encourage students, faculty, staff, and administration to reconsider practices and strategies to improve access to behavioral health services on campus; and learn new best practices, resources, and help-seeking options that target suicide prevention for all campus-community student populations. Questions? Email opcsmh@neomed.edu.
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2025 Youth to Youth Summer Conference — July 9-12
Youth to Youth International will host its 2025 Summer Conference on July 9-12 at Ohio Wesleyan University. Participants will leave with new skills, a deeper personal commitment to their positive decision-making, and a strengthened ability to create change within their own schools and communities. Featuring expert speakers, interactive workshops, and valuable networking opportunities focused on prevention strategies for youth, this conference will be full of creative new ways for youth and adults to work together in their communities. Thanks to funding support from OhioMHAS, the registration fee has been significantly reduced for Ohio students going into grades 9-12 (2025-2026 school year) and their adult allies. Questions? Email Julia Hall at jhall@compdrug.org.
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Sponsorship Opportunities: 2025 Peer Recovery Summit
Ohio Peer Recovery Organizations (OhioPRO) is hosting the 2025 Peer Recovery Summit on July 21-22 at the Hilton Columbus-Polaris. This year's theme is "The Power of Hope: Transforming Lives and Communities." With an expected attendance of nearly 600 individuals, the Summit provides a dedicated space for networking, growth, and learning — all of which contribute to the advancement of peer support in Ohio. Sponsorship registration is now open. Questions? Please contact OhioPRO Executive Director Michael J. Krause at mkrause@ohio-pro.com.
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2025 Community Catalyst Conference — Sept. 12
The On the Front Lines Community Alliance will host the 2025 Community Catalyst Conference on Sept. 12 at the Life Learning Center in Covington, Ky. This conference, which is designed by and for recovery professionals with lived experience, brings together experts, advocates, and allies to equip recovery professionals with ongoing development, support, and connection. This year's theme is "Rising Above Challenges Through Shared Experience." Cost is $45. Click HERE for more details, sponsorship opportunities, or to submit a presentation proposal. The deadline to submit a proposal is June 27.
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Blog: Advancing reduction of drug use as an endpoint in addiction treatment trials NIDA, March 18, 2025
John Carroll University expands online mental health counseling master's program Cleveland.com, March 17, 2025
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Washington County BH Board earns Recovery-Friendly Workplace designation Marietta Times, March 15, 2025
Dozens of BH professionals gather at Rhodes State College to discuss mental wellness WLIO-TV, March 14, 2025
Local agencies earn 'Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace' designation WFIN 1330 AM, March 14, 2025
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