3 June 2025
The Finocchiaro CLP Government has today announced that applications for the 2025 Northern Territory Suicide Prevention Community Grants are now open.
Community members and non-government organisation can apply for grants ranging from $500 to $10,000 to support community-led projects that raise awareness and contribute to suicide prevention across the Territory.
The Territory’s suicide rates are the highest in the country.
In 2023, 44 Territorians died by suicide, which is a rate of 17 people per 100,000 in the NT, compared to the national age standardised rate of death by suicide which is 11.08 people per 100,000.
This rate is even higher for Aboriginal Territorians who experience a rate of 30.2 people per 100,000.
Minister for Mental Health Steve Edgington said the CLP Government is delivering certainty and security for Territorians through a grants program that raises awareness and supports those struggling through difficult times.
“Suicide affects individuals, whole families and entire communities, and the NT’s suicide statistics are sadly the highest in Australia,” he said.
“Behind every number is a person, a family, a community forever changed. These grants are a lifeline — giving hope, driving action, and reminding every Territorian that they are not alone.
“This is why culturally informed and community-led approaches are critical to prevention and essential to enabling more people to access the help they need no matter where they live in the Territory.”
The Suicide Prevention Community Grants, now in their eighth round, are available for eligible activities that:
- foster protective connections (e.g. through culture, sport or education)
- reduce exposure to trauma
- encourage help-seeking
- build emotional resilience and strengthen communities.
Since the grants were first launched in 2018, 211 projects have been funded, distributing more than $1.6 million in grant support across all regions in the Northern Territory.
Mr Edgington said every Territorian deserves access to the best mental health and suicide prevention support.
“Territorians know their communities best, and these grants offer opportunities to deliver innovative suicide prevention projects that make an impact.
“They empower community and non-government organisations to take action, foster connection, and create meaningful change — because suicide prevention starts with strong communities and support close to home.”
Applications close on 14 July 2025.
For more information, visit the website.
Media contact – Ktima Heathcote – 0419 211 526