The New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) is funding up to four Youth Safe Spaces pilots for ages 12–24, with applications due May 13, 2025. This competitive state opportunity supports community hubs, like libraries and youth centers, in becoming mental health-safe spaces. Our team can help tailor and strengthen your application to align with state goals. Act now—only four awards will be made.
Create Community Impact with NYS Youth Safe Spaces Program
Is your organization ready to create a safe, supportive environment for youth ages 12–24?
Why This Funding Opportunity Deserves Your Attention
The New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) has announced a new funding opportunity: the Youth Safe Spaces Program. This initiative supports up to four pilot programs that will establish both standalone and designated safe spaces in communities across New York. Community hubs such as libraries, youth recovery centers, Boys & Girls Clubs, and recreation centers are eligible to be transformed into safe, welcoming spaces for youth mental health support.
Key Facts About the NYS Youth Safe Spaces Grant
NYS OMH is funding up to four pilot Youth Safe Spaces to support individuals ages 12–24, with applications due by May 13, 2025. This is a state grant opportunity for community spaces focused on mental health, inclusion, and accessibility.
Build a Program That Supports Youth Mental Health
This funding is designed to empower communities to take tangible steps toward youth well-being. By creating spaces that offer connection, safety, and access to services, awardees will be pioneers in New York’s broader strategy for youth mental health. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, state and local governments, tribal nations, small businesses, and academic institutions.
How to Apply to NYS Youth Safe Spaces and What to Expect
Failing to seize this opportunity could mean losing vital funding to uplift vulnerable youth populations. With only four pilot awards available, this is a competitive and time-sensitive grant that demands thoughtful, thorough proposals.
The program webpage provides application materials and submission instructions (view here). Although the award amounts are not disclosed, the emphasis on impact and replicability signals the state’s interest in models that can scale.
Expert Guidance to Strengthen Your NYS Youth Safe Spaces Proposal
Our team supports applicants with tailored grant preparation services that align your vision with state mental health goals. If you’re considering applying but are unsure how to position your program, we can guide your application toward success. We understand what reviewers need to see.
Let’s ensure your proposal stands out. (You can schedule a consult call via the footer link below.)
We’ve worked with a wide range of clients on behavioral health and youth service grants. From nonprofit community centers to city-led mental health programs, we know what it takes to turn promising ideas into funded pilots.
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We assist our clients in locating, applying for, and evaluating the outcomes of non-dilutive grant funding. We believe non-dilutive funding is a crucial tool for mitigating investment risks, and we are dedicated to guiding our clients through the entire process—from identifying the most suitable opportunities to submitting and managing grant applications.