Nantucket County is set to enhance its response to the opioid crisis with the launch of a new grant cycle aimed at funding treatment and prevention initiatives. During a recent meeting of the Council for Human Services, officials announced the availability of $55,000 in opioid remediation grants, which will be accessible starting July 1, 2025.

The funding, collected over the past year and a half, will be divided into two distinct categories: treatment and prevention. The treatment grants will focus on providing active services to individuals struggling with substance misuse, particularly opioid addiction, while the prevention grants will support outreach, education, and research aimed at preventing substance misuse before it occurs.

Officials emphasized the importance of making these grants available to a wide range of nonprofit organizations, encouraging interested parties to apply. The application process is open to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and potential applicants are invited to reach out for guidance on eligibility and program alignment.

This initiative marks a significant step in Nantucket's ongoing efforts to combat the opioid epidemic, providing critical resources for both immediate treatment and long-term prevention strategies. As the community prepares for the grant cycle, stakeholders are optimistic about the potential impact on local health and safety.