Eligibility Criteria
1. Organizations must be a 501(c)3 based in Virginia and actively involved in behavioral health/SUD advocacy, education, or support activities. 
2. Proposed initiatives must align with Recovery Month initiatives and programs, emphasizing the importance of peer support. 
3. Applicants must demonstrate a clear plan for how the grant funds will be utilized to support peer-focused activities, events, or sponsorships.

Grant Utilization:
Grant funds may be utilized for a variety of purposes, including but not limited to:
- Sponsorship of peer support services, activities or events during Recovery Month.
- Development and dissemination of educational materials promoting peer support and recovery.
- Hosting workshops or training sessions focused on peer support best practices during Recovery Month. 
- Implementation of peer-led support groups or peer mentorship programs.  

Reporting Requirements:
Grant recipients will be required to submit a "Mini Grant Reporting Form", summarizing the outcomes and impact of their funded initiative by November 15, 2025. The form will be provided to the recipient as a Microsoft Form. 

Application Process: 
1. Interested organizations should submit a grant application detailing their proposed initiative, including objectives, target audience, timeline, and budget breakdown.
2. Applications should also include a brief explanation of how the proposed initiative aligns with Recovery Month campaign goals. 
3. Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee comprised of representatives from SAARA and DBHDS-ORS. 
4. Selected applicants will be notified and awarded grant funds to support their proposed initiatives. 

Application Deadline: 
The application deadline for the SAARA-DBHDS Mini Grant Program is July 20, 2025.  Incomplete or late applications will not be eligible for funding.
-Application period: July 1-20, 2025
-Review period: July 21-31, 2025
-Notification of awards: August 1-10, 2025
-Reporting form due November 15, 2025

 Contact Information: 
For inquiries or to request a grant application, please contact Kate Little at katel@saara.org.