Murrumbidgee Community Wellbeing and Suicide Prevention Grants 2025-26

Federation Council will deliver the Vibe Check Youth Mental Health Intervention Project across the local government area, strengthening mental health awareness and response capability within sports clubs and youth organisations.

Lutheran School Wagga Wagga will deliver an integrated, school-wide approach to mental wellbeing to support students, staff and families, recognising the increasing complexity of student mental health needs.

Providing free, early intervention support for students experiencing mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, self-doubt and suicidal ideation.

A series of free therapeutic and social group programs supporting women’s mental wellbeing and social connection in Wagga and surrounding communities.

Coleambally Central School will deliver The Resilience Project as a whole-school and community wellbeing initiative aimed at strengthening mental health literacy, suicide prevention and emotional wellbeing.

HYPE – Helping Young People Evolve, delivered by Centacare SWNSW, is a community-focused event designed to support, empower and connect young people across the Griffith region.

Kooringal High School will deliver a structured wellbeing initiative for Year 9 and 10 students during Term 1, 2026, tailored to students’ gender identity, cultural background and lived experience.

Hay Shire Council will deliver an integrated program of community resilience training to strengthen local capacity for suicide prevention and early intervention.

A community-led mental wellbeing initiative supporting men and women working in Narrandera’s construction and trade industries.

Brave Conversations, delivered by Priscilla Jaya, is a two-phase suicide prevention initiative designed to support veterans, men and rural communities by building confidence, connection and practical skills for early intervention.

Wagga City Rugby Club will deliver a two-part suicide prevention workshop for up to 100 male participants, led by the Murrumbidgee Men’s Group, with a focus on reducing stigma, strengthening connection and encouraging help-seeking.

Murundhu 2026 will be held over two days on 25 and 26 January 2026 in Wagga Wagga, delivering a community-led cultural wellbeing event facilitated by Wiradjuri community members.

Jingellic Hub will deliver separate Men’s and Women’s High Tea events, creating a relaxed and inclusive setting to promote mental health awareness, self-care and connection.

The Community Resiliency Model (CRM®) workshop will deliver a practical, skills-based approach to emotional balance and wellbeing, supporting individuals to better manage stress and remain grounded during challenging times.

The Murrumbidgee Men’s Group (MMG) will host a high-profile guest speaker event in Wagga Wagga in 2026, aimed at creating meaningful conversation and connection around men’s mental health.

The initiative includes 48 community Walk & Talk events, providing consistent, low-pressure opportunities for people to connect while being active together.

The event will use storytelling and shared experience to spark open conversation about mental health, particularly in rural communities.

The Deniliquin Mental Health Awareness Group (Deni MHAG) will deliver a community-wide mental health awareness initiative in partnership with Edward River Council and the Rotary Club of Deniliquin.

The Multicultural Council of Wagga Wagga will deliver a series of art therapy groups for women from refugee backgrounds, hosted at UNIQUE Art space in Wagga Wagga.

The program offers a range of regular, low-barrier activities that create safe and welcoming spaces for people to connect, build trust and access support in ways that feel natural and respectful.

Delivering evidence-based workshops that strengthen mental health, resilience and social connection within the club and broader sporting community.

Tumba Talks is a community-led series of six wellbeing conversations delivered by the Lions Club of Tumbarumba Inc.

Focused on strengthening youth mental health, resilience and connection to school and community.

Heaps Decent will deliver a full-day music production program at the Bland Shire Youth Centre in West Wyalong.

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training will be delivered to adult community members across four sessions at the Bland Shire Council Chambers.