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- The Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Adminis. in the health sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Now is the Time Minority Fellowship Program Addiction Counselors (Short Title NITT MFP AC)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.243 Substance Abuse and Mental Health ServicesProjects of Regional and National Significance.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 27, 2014 and posted on Apr 11, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 17, 2014. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $1,600,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $800,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 2 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- The purpose of this program is to increase the number of addiction counselors with Masters level training. Therefore, SAMHSA is limiting eligibility to professional organizations representing addictions counselors with Master s level training because they are comprised of professionals who work or will work in the addictions/substance abuse counseling field. These organizations have the necessary mechanisms and databases in place for identifying candidate students pursuing master s degrees in addiction/substance abuse counseling and the infrastructure and expertise in place to carry out grant activities. As such, these organizations are uniquely qualified to administer this program. All applicant organizations must complete the Certificate of Eligibility (see Appendix I) indicating that the applicant meets all eligibility requirements and has provided the necessary information as specified in the Certificate of Eligibility. The Certificate of Eligibility should be included in Attachment 5 of the application.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Now is the Time Minority Fellowship Program Addiction Counselors (NITT MFP AC) is a four-year discretionary grant opportunity offered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), specifically through the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment (CSAT), during FY 2014. It sits under the broader federal initiative tied to the President's "Now is the Time" plan, which aimed to strengthen behavioral health services for young people across the United States. In practical terms, this funding expands the long-running Minority Fellowship Program (MFP) by adding a focused pathway for building the master’s-level addiction counseling workforce, with an emphasis on serving communities that have historically had less access to culturally and linguistically appropriate care.
The central purpose of the program is to reduce behavioral health disparities and improve outcomes for racially and ethnically diverse populations by increasing the supply of culturally competent addiction counselors trained at the master’s level. A key priority is "transition age youth," defined here as people ages 16 to 25, a life stage when substance use disorders often emerge or intensify and when gaps in care can be especially harmful. The grant supports students pursuing master’s degrees in addiction/substance abuse counseling by providing financial assistance such as stipends and tuition support, while also requiring that part of the supported training address addiction issues specific to transition age youth.
The opportunity is grounded in the long history of the Minority Fellowship Program. Originally established in 1974 by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), the MFP was designed to improve services in minority communities by supporting the specialized training of mental health professionals. After SAMHSA was created in 1992, the MFP moved into SAMHSA (initially within the Center for Mental Health Services). Over time, Congress expanded eligible disciplines, including marriage and family therapy in FY 2007 and professional counselors in 2012. The FY 2014 Consolidated Appropriations Act then provided funding to specifically expand the MFP to cover master’s-level training in addiction/substance abuse counseling, reflecting the continued national focus on substance use prevention, effective treatment, and long-term recovery.
A major theme of the grant is addressing the reality that many racial and ethnic minority communities have been underserved due to factors like a shortage of trained providers, limited language capacity, and insufficient cultural competency training. SAMHSA frames the grant within its broader public health approach: prevention works, treatment is effective, and recovery is possible. The program also aligns with SAMHSA's strategic direction (referenced as eight Strategic Initiatives) and is tied to the Healthy People 2020 Substance Abuse topic area, reinforcing that this fellowship expansion is meant to produce measurable improvements in access, quality, and outcomes for underserved populations.
Eligibility is intentionally narrow. SAMHSA limits applicants to professional organizations that represent addiction counselors with master’s-level training, because these organizations are viewed as uniquely capable of running a national fellowship-style program. The rationale is that such organizations already have the infrastructure, member networks, student identification mechanisms, databases, and field expertise needed to recruit candidates, distribute financial support, monitor training progress, and ensure fellows are prepared to serve in the addiction counseling workforce. Applicants must submit a Certificate of Eligibility (referenced as Appendix I in the full announcement) to confirm they meet the requirements, and include that certificate as a required application attachment.
From a funding and administrative standpoint, the opportunity was posted April 11, 2014, with an original closing date of May 21, 2014, later extended to June 17, 2014. SAMHSA expected to make two awards, with an estimated total funding amount of $1.6 million. The award ceiling was $800,000, there was no stated award floor, and there was no cost sharing or matching requirement. The funding instrument is a grant, categorized under health, and listed under CFDA 93.243 (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services - Projects of Regional and National Significance). The program is authorized under Section 509 of the Public Health Service Act, as amended.
Overall, the NITT MFP AC grant is best understood as a workforce development and disparities-reduction initiative. It channels federal dollars through qualified professional organizations so they can financially support and shape the training of master’s-level addiction counseling students, especially those committed to working with underserved racial and ethnic minority communities and with transition age youth. The intent is not only to help individuals complete graduate training, but to increase the long-term availability of culturally competent addiction counselors in public and private nonprofit settings where shortages and inequities have been persistent.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Now is the Time Minority Fellowship Program Addiction Counselors (NITT MFP AC) grant?
The NITT MFP AC is a four-year discretionary grant opportunity offered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) through the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment (CSAT) during FY 2014. It expands the long-running Minority Fellowship Program (MFP) by adding a focused pathway to build the master's-level addiction/substance abuse counseling workforce, with an emphasis on culturally and linguistically appropriate care for underserved communities.
What is the main purpose of this funding opportunity?
The central purpose is to reduce behavioral health disparities and improve outcomes for racially and ethnically diverse populations by increasing the supply of culturally competent addiction counselors trained at the master's level. A key focus is preparing counselors to serve communities that have historically had less access to culturally and linguistically appropriate services.
How does this opportunity connect to the President's "Now is the Time" plan?
The grant sits under the broader federal initiative tied to the President's "Now is the Time" plan, which aimed to strengthen behavioral health services for young people across the United States. Within that context, this opportunity emphasizes workforce development and improved access to effective services for younger populations.
Who is the priority population for training under this program?
A key priority population is "transition age youth," defined in this opportunity as individuals ages 16 to 25. The program emphasizes this age range because substance use disorders often emerge or intensify during this period and gaps in care can be especially harmful.
What types of support can the grant provide to students?
The grant supports students pursuing master's degrees in addiction/substance abuse counseling by providing financial assistance such as stipends and tuition support. The fellowship-supported training must also include content addressing addiction issues specific to transition age youth.
Does the program require specific training content related to transition age youth?
Yes. Part of the supported training is required to address addiction issues specific to transition age youth (ages 16 to 25), aligning the workforce development goal with the population highlighted as a key priority in this opportunity.
What is the Minority Fellowship Program (MFP), and how is this grant related to it?
The MFP is a longstanding federal fellowship concept originally established in 1974 by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) to improve services in minority communities through specialized training of mental health professionals. After SAMHSA was created in 1992, the MFP moved into SAMHSA. The NITT MFP AC opportunity represents an expansion of the MFP to include master's-level addiction/substance abuse counseling.
Why does SAMHSA emphasize cultural and linguistic competence in this program?
The opportunity is grounded in the reality that many racial and ethnic minority communities have been underserved due to factors such as shortages of trained providers, limited language capacity, and insufficient cultural competency training. This grant aims to increase the number of counselors prepared to provide culturally and linguistically appropriate care.
How does this grant align with SAMHSA's broader priorities?
SAMHSA frames the grant within its broader public health approach: prevention works, treatment is effective, and recovery is possible. The opportunity also aligns with SAMHSA strategic direction (referenced as eight Strategic Initiatives) and is tied to the Healthy People 2020 Substance Abuse topic area, emphasizing measurable improvements in access, quality, and outcomes for underserved populations.
Who is eligible to apply for the NITT MFP AC grant?
Eligibility is intentionally narrow. SAMHSA limits applicants to professional organizations that represent addiction counselors with master's-level training. These organizations are seen as uniquely positioned to operate a national fellowship-style program.
Why is eligibility limited to certain professional organizations?
SAMHSA's rationale is that professional organizations representing master's-level addiction counselors typically have the infrastructure and reach needed to run a national fellowship program. This includes member networks, student identification mechanisms, databases, recruitment capability, and the expertise to distribute financial support, monitor training progress, and ensure fellows are prepared for the workforce.
Is a Certificate of Eligibility required as part of the application?
Yes. Applicants must submit a Certificate of Eligibility (referenced as Appendix I in the full announcement) to confirm they meet the requirements, and this certificate must be included as a required application attachment.
When was this funding opportunity posted and when did it close?
The opportunity was posted on April 11, 2014. The original closing date was May 21, 2014, and it was later extended to June 17, 2014.
How many awards did SAMHSA expect to make under this opportunity?
SAMHSA expected to make two awards under this grant opportunity.
What was the estimated total funding amount and the maximum award size?
The estimated total funding amount was $1.6 million. The award ceiling was $800,000. No award floor was stated.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity stated there was no cost sharing or matching requirement.
What type of funding instrument is this?
The funding instrument is a grant, categorized under health.
What is the CFDA number for this grant?
The opportunity is listed under CFDA 93.243, titled "Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services - Projects of Regional and National Significance."
What is the legal authority for this program?
The program is authorized under Section 509 of the Public Health Service Act, as amended.
What does this grant ultimately aim to change in the addiction counseling workforce?
This is a workforce development and disparities-reduction initiative. It is designed to increase the long-term availability of culturally competent, master's-level addiction counselors, particularly those prepared to serve underserved racial and ethnic minority communities and to address the needs of transition age youth.
Where are fellows expected to serve after training, according to the opportunity description?
The opportunity frames the goal as increasing the availability of counselors in public and private nonprofit settings where shortages and inequities have been persistent.
Is this opportunity focused on prevention, treatment, or recovery?
The opportunity is framed within SAMHSA's public health approach that includes prevention, effective treatment, and long-term recovery. The grant itself is centered on training and workforce development to support improved services and outcomes in these areas.
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