Seeking Funding for Integrating Nature Based Interventions for Mental and Physical Health Practitioners: Start Here
Incorporating nature-based interventions (NBIs) into mental and physical health treatment plans is an innovative approach supported by a growing body of research. To effectively integrate these interventions, securing funding through well-crafted grant proposals is essential.
Below is a curated list of resources to assist in grant writing for NBIs:
🌿 Understanding Nature-Based Interventions
Nature-based interventions encompass activities like gardening, nature walks, and wilderness therapy, aiming to improve mental and physical health by connecting individuals with natural environments. Evidence indicates that such interventions can enhance mood, reduce stress, and promote overall well-being.
📝 Grant Writing Resources for NBIs
SAMHSA Grant Application Guide
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) provides a comprehensive manual for developing competitive grant applications. This resource is invaluable for aligning your NBI proposal with federal funding priorities SAMHSA.
Mental Health Grant Funding Resources
Bloomerang offers a curated list of grant makers focused on mental health. Identifying funders interested in NBIs can increase the likelihood of securing support Bloomerang.
Grant Writing Toolkit
Eleos Health offers a toolkit designed to assist in grant writing efforts, providing specific advice on incorporating nature-based elements into proposals Eleos Health.
📚 Additional Resources
Evidence and Resources on NBIs
Beyond Green Space provides evidence and resources related to nature-based interventions promoting health, which can be useful in substantiating your proposal Beyond Greenspace.
By leveraging these resources, you can craft compelling grant proposals that effectively integrate nature-based interventions into mental and physical health treatment plans. If you need assistance in developing a specific proposal or identifying potential funding opportunities, feel free to ask.
References
Litt, J. S., Coll-Planas, L., Sachs, A. L., Rochau, U., Jansson, A., Dostálová, V., … Pitkälä, K. H. (2024). Nature-based social interventions for people experiencing loneliness: the rationale and overview of the RECETAS project. Cities & Health, 8(3), 418–431. https://doi.org/10.1080/23748834.2023.2300207
Obeng, J.K., Kangas, K., Stamm, I. et al. (2023). Promoting Sustainable Well-Being Through Nature-Based Interventions for Young People in Precarious Situations: Implications for Social work. A Systematic Review. J Happiness Stud 24, 2881–2911. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10902-023-00683-x
Tambyah, R., Olcoń, K., Allan, J. (2022). Mental health clinicians’ perceptions of nature-based interventions within community mental health services: evidence from Australia. BMC Health Serv Res 22, 841. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12913-022-08223-8