The Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation is accepting applications for the Mental Wellness Fund in Cattaraugus County.

Applications will be due by September 1.

The online grant application can be accessed at cattfoundation.org/grant-seekers/grant-opportunities/.

Grants from this fund support programs and services provided by nonprofits that support the mental wellbeing and mental health of residents in Cattaraugus County.

Grants typically range from $500 to $2,000 but up to $5,000 may be available for special projects, particularly those that impact vulnerable and/or disadvantaged individuals.

Questions about the grant application process can be directed to Monica Emery, grants and donor services manager at 716-301-2723 or monica@cattfoundation.org.

The fund, which was established in 2018, has supported nearly $22,000 in grants to provide mental health services and support programs that impact the mental wellness of Cattaraugus County residents.

“The Mental Wellness Fund continues to strengthen the capacity of our region’s mental health providers,” said CRCF Executive Director Kirk Windus. “By investing in these critical services, the fund empowers nonprofits to better support those in need, ultimately building a healthier and more resilient community.”

Donations can be made to the Mental Wellness in Cattaraugus County Fund at CRCF, 301 North Union Street, Suite 203, or online at cattfoundation.org.