Rural Health
Funding by Topic: Criminal justice system

AmeriCorps State and National Grants
Funding for programs that are designed to strengthen communities and solve local problems, including those found in rural and underserved areas. Funding priorities include serving historically underrepresented communities, services for veterans, access to youth mental health and substance use services, public safety, outdoor recreation, and support for families.

Court-Led Collaborations to Address Substance Use and Mental Health Needs in Adams County, Ohio
A peer exchange opportunity for teams from 5 rural communities to participate in a structured, 2-day meeting to learn about court-led collaborations in response to behavioral health and substance use in Adams County, Ohio.

Opioid Settlement Fund Community Grant Program
Grants for organizations working to abate and alleviate the impacts of the opioid crisis and co-occurring substance use challenges in South Dakota communities. Rural behavioral health workforce, medication-assisted treatment (MAT) training, and telehealth in rural communities are among the approved uses of funds.

Adult Treatment Court Program
Grants and technical assistance to enhance adult drug court operations and services. Courts should integrate evidence-based substance use treatment, mandatory drug testing, sanctions and incentives, offender management, and transitional services in judicially-supervised court settings with jurisdiction over offenders to reduce recidivism and substance use, prevent overdoses, and support long-term recovery.

Veterans Treatment Court Program
Funding for the implementation and enhancement of veterans treatment court (VTC) operations to connect justice-involved veterans to treatment for substance use disorders, mental health disorders, co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, and traumatic brain injury.

Arkansas Life 360 HOMEs Program
Arkansas Department of Human Services will partner with eligible Medicaid hospitals to implement intensive care coordination for Medicaid clients most at risk of poor health outcomes.

Firehouse Subs First Responder Grants
Grants for life-saving equipment, prevention education, and disaster relief for first responders and public safety organizations. The Foundation recognizes the needs of rural and volunteer departments throughout the country and will consider their applications despite not being within 60 miles of a Firehouse Subs restaurant.

Texas Loan Repayment Program for Mental Health Professionals
Provides loan repayment assistance for certain mental health professionals practicing in mental health professional shortage areas of Texas.

USDA Community Facilities Direct Loan and Grant Program
Direct USDA loans and/or grants to purchase, construct, or improve essential community facilities for healthcare, public safety, education, and public services in rural areas.

Virginia REVIVE! First Responder Naloxone Training Program
Naloxone resources and training for first responders located in Virginia.