RFI Due Feb 7th & Feb 28th: Expansion of Clubhouse Model of Psychiatric Rehabilitation

The Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services (OhioMHAS) is requesting expressions of interest from non-profit organizations with current 501 (c)(3) status or government entities, for two (2) opportunities related to the establishment of additional Clubhouses in Ohio. The EOI is used as a screening and shortlisting tool to gauge interest in a proposed opportunity based upon the proposed requirements. The expressions of interest received will help OhioMHAS decide whether to proceed with a specific opportunity based upon the level of interest from eligible organizations.

In supporting the goal of Ohioans thriving in recovery, OhioMHAS aims to increase access to peer run organizations (PROs) in diverse communities through the establishment of new Clubhouses. This funding opportunity is supported by General Revenue Funds, and funds must be spent by June 30, 2025. For more information, please visit this webpage: https://mha.ohio.gov/supporting-providers/apply-for-funding/funding-opportunities/eoi-70-mha-fy-25-expansion-of-the-clubhouse-model-of-psychiatric-rehabilitation-for-people-living-with-mental-illness.

A Clubhouse is a voluntary, evidence-based, psychosocial rehabilitation program for adults diagnosed with serious mental Illness. Clubhouse Members (also known as participants) collaborate with program staff to perform essential operational tasks of the Clubhouse, such as coordinating social activities, planning, preparing meals, and maintaining daily upkeep of the Clubhouse. Clubhouse programming is focused on meeting the needs of the members including social connection, education, employment, health and well-being, and connection to resources in the community. 

Up to $1,250,000.00 in FY2025 shall be used to establish additional Clubhouses in Ohio for the purpose of offering individuals with a mental illness or co-occurring mental illness and substance use disorders opportunities for employment, housing, education, and access to medical and psychiatric services in a single caring and safe environment. Clubhouses shall be operated in accordance with Clubhouse International model standards and employment benchmarks selected by the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services.

Request for Expression of Interest Due Date: 

  • First Round 2/7/2025 at 3:30 p.m. EDT – awards issued February 14th
  • Second Round 2/28/2025 at 3:30 p.m. EDT – awards issued March 7th