Community Mental Wellness and Resilience Act of 2025

The Community Mental Wellness and Resilience Act of 2025 establishes federal grant programs to fund community-led mental wellness initiatives. It provides planning grants (up to $250,000) for organizations to form resilience networks and assess community needs, followed by program grants (up to $500,000 annually for 4 years) to implement evidence-based programs. At least 20% of funds must support rural areas, requiring networks to include representatives from at least five community sectors (e.g., schools, faith groups, health services). The bill mandates a community-wide "public health approach" focused on strengthening protective factors, addressing risk factors, and developing strategic plans using culturally appropriate methods to build collective resilience.