Fort Hays Tech Northwest Receives $600k Mental Health Awareness Grant

Fort Hays Tech Northwest has announced on their website that they have received a $600k grant for Mental Health Awareness. These funds come from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).

Below is the full statement from the college.

Fort Hays Tech | Northwest has been awarded funds by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to train individuals and communities on how to recognize and safely respond to mental health crises.

“This funding will make a meaningful impact for our students and the communities we serve,” said President Corey Isbell. “This investment represents an important step forward in how we support our students and community.”

Through this three-year grant, the College will build a mental health awareness, crisis response, and referral network. The College will provide training, education, and resources to students, with broader reach into schools, healthcare organizations, emergency-response agencies, and community settings.

As this project continues to develop, more information will be shared about the services and opportunities it will provide. Visit FHNW.edu to stay up to date on the latest developments.

You can visit their website HERE.