Peer Support & Recovery Services Grants
Federal and state grants support peer-led recovery services and peer specialist programs that help individuals in recovery. Find funding for peer support organizations, recovery coaches, mutual aid groups, and peer-based recovery services for individuals with mental health and substance use disorders.
Types of Peer Support & Recovery Services Grants
Peer Specialist Training & Certification
Grants supporting peer specialist training, certification, and professional development.
- • Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) training programs
- • Recovery Coach Academy certification
- • Peer counselor training and certification
- • Peer mentor development programs
Peer-Led Support Organizations
Funding for peer-run and peer-led recovery organizations and mutual aid groups.
- • Peer-run recovery centers and organizations
- • Mutual aid and mutual support groups
- • Recovery community organizations (RCOs)
- • Peer advocacy and peer leadership organizations
Recovery Support Services
Grants supporting peer-delivered recovery support services and coaching.
- • Peer recovery coaching and mentoring
- • Recovery peer support hotlines and outreach
- • Peer-based case management services
- • Peer navigation and support navigation services
Specialized Peer Programs
Funding for peer support programs targeting specific populations and recovery needs.
- • Peer support for families and caregivers
- • Youth peer support programs
- • Justice-involved peer recovery support
- • Cultural and community-specific peer support
Eligibility for Peer Support & Recovery Services Grants
Peer-Run Organizations
Peer-run and peer-led nonprofit organizations, recovery community organizations (RCOs), and mutual aid groups are eligible for grants supporting peer-directed services and advocacy.
Behavioral Health & Recovery Organizations
Mental health, substance abuse, and recovery organizations can apply for grants to develop and expand peer support services and hire and train peer specialists.
Peer Training & Certification Programs
Organizations and training providers offering Certified Peer Specialist (CPS), Recovery Coach Academy, or peer counselor training can apply for grants to expand training capacity and curriculum development.
Community & Advocacy Organizations
Community organizations, advocacy groups, and faith-based organizations developing peer support and peer advocacy services are eligible for targeted peer support grants.
Frequently Asked Questions
What grants support peer specialist training and certification?
SAMHSA Peer Support grants, HRSA Health Professions Opportunity Grants (HPOG), state-funded peer specialist training programs, and workforce development grants support CPS and recovery coach certification. SAMHSA's National Training and Technical Assistance (TTTA) grants support training program development. Many states offer peer specialist certification grants.
Are there grants specifically for peer-run recovery organizations?
Yes. SAMHSA Grants for Peer Support and Recovery Centers specifically fund peer-run organizations and recovery community organizations (RCOs). These grants support peer-led advocacy, mutual aid groups, and peer recovery centers. Recovery Innovations and similar funding focus on peer-directed services and peer leadership.
What funding is available for recovery coaching and peer mentoring?
SAMHSA grants support recovery coaching, HRSA supports peer mentoring in health centers, state workforce and recovery grants fund peer coaching positions, and foundation grants support recovery coach programs. Some grants support peer recovery hotlines and peer navigation services connecting individuals to recovery supports.
Can recovery organizations apply for grants to serve families affected by addiction?
Yes. SAMHSA grants support family peer support programs and family recovery services. NAADAC (National Association for Addiction Professionals) and peer support organizations can apply for grants supporting family members, caregivers, and loved ones of individuals in recovery. Some states have family support-specific grants.
Are there peer support grants for justice-involved individuals?
Yes. Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) grants support peer reentry services, SAMHSA grants support peer services for incarcerated and justice-involved individuals, and state criminal justice grants fund peer recovery support for people leaving custody. Many states have specific peer reentry support programs and funding.
Who funds peer support and recovery services grants?
Primary funders: SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) administers most peer support grants, HRSA (Health Resources and Services Administration), state behavioral health and substance abuse agencies, BJA (Bureau of Justice Assistance) for justice-involved peer support, and foundations (Robert Wood Johnson, Casey, Mellon) supporting peer recovery initiatives.
Peer Support & Recovery Resources
SAMHSA Peer Support Grants
SAMHSA.gov lists peer support grants, recovery community organization funding, and peer specialist training support.
Recovery Community Organizations (RCOs)
The Recovery Community Alliance and Recovery Community Organizations provide networking and support for peer-led recovery organizations seeking funding.
Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Certification
The International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC) oversees CPS certification programs. State agencies and training organizations offer certified training.
Recovery Coaching Academy
The Recovery Coaching Academy offers recovery coach certification training and can direct organizations to training and funding opportunities.
State Agency Peer Support Programs
Each state's substance abuse and mental health agencies support peer services and can provide information on state-specific peer support funding.
Available Peer Support & Recovery Services Grants (2 grants)
Pilot Effectiveness Trials of Peer Support Services for Suicide Prevention
Agency: National Institutes of Health | Level: federal
Last verified: 2/11/2026
Peer Supports for Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Agency: Administration for Community Living | Level: federal
Last verified: 2/11/2026