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Beyond Blue provides mental health information, support and hope, no matter where someone is on their mental health journey. Through its free 24/7 Support Service, trained counsellors respond to around 800 phone calls, webchats and emails each day.
HMMS funding will help ensure this vital service can continue supporting people when they need it most.
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Black Dog Institute is the only medical research institute in Australia that investigates mental health across the lifespan – from childhood to adulthood.
By translating this research into practical, evidence-based solutions Black Dog Institute aim to create real-world change that improves mental health outcomes for all Australians.
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Blue Tree Project is a WA-founded charity dedicated to improving mental health awareness and help-seeking across rural and regional communities.
Funding will support a new print run of its high-demand Help Directories and the pilot delivery of Kick the Stigma, a new football-based mental health program.
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Breast Cancer Care WA supports people affected by breast cancer by providing specialist breast care nursing, counselling, support groups, financial assistance and practical support throughout treatment and recovery – all free of charge.
HMMS funding will enable Breast Cancer Care WA to continue delivering these vital support services to women and families across WA's grain-growing regions.
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Cancer Council WA supports individuals and families affected by cancer through a range of support, education and prevention programs. HMMS funding will support Cancer Council WA's Regional Education Officers to deliver cancer prevention and early detection education across WA's grain-growing communities, helping improve health outcomes for regional Western Australians.
Funds will also support Crawford Lodge and Milroy Lodge in Nedlands – exclusively available for country cancer patients and their families to stay at while they undergo cancer treatment in Perth.
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Comfort Quilts Against Cancer
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Comfort Quilts Against Cancer provides care packages to children and adults undergoing cancer treatment, including a handmade quilt, beanie and bag.
Funding will support the purchase of commercial sewing machines, accessories and fabric to increase production capacity and continue gifting quilts to cancer patients from grain-growing communities, while also supporting the development of the Northam Community Garden.
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Country Women's Association of WA
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The Country Women's Association of Western Australia (CWA of WA) strengthens communities through friendship, education, service and advocacy, with a particular focus on supporting people in regional and rural areas.
HMMS funding will support CWA branches across WA grain-growing regions, helping maintain and repair community meeting halls that serve as important local hubs for connection, support and community activities.
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The Esperance Ag Fund supports projects that strengthen the Esperance community, investing in local initiatives that create opportunities and make the region a great place to live and thrive.
HMMS funding will contribute to the grants program, supporting local organisations and projects that benefit the broader Esperance community.
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Farmers Across Borders is a volunteer-led group of Western Australian farmers and truck drivers dedicated to supporting farming communities affected by drought and other natural disasters. Through practical assistance and community support, the organisation helps farmers during some of their most challenging times.
HMMS funding will help continue delivering this vital support to farming families when they need it most.
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Foodbank WA is the State's largest food relief organisation, supporting more than 28,000 students through school breakfast programs and assisting hundreds of individuals and families each day across its branches.
HMMS funding will help continue the Foodbank Agency Pantry Program in the Wheatbelt, improving access to food relief and support services for people experiencing hardship in the region.
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HeartKids supports children and families impacted by childhood-onset heart disease through connection, support and advocacy.
Funding will deliver peer support events in Albany, Esperance and Geraldton, helping families connect with others who share similar experiences and access vital support networks.
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Hurt to Help provides practical financial assistance to regional Western Australian families facing serious medical and personal hardship.
HMMS funding will help ease the burden of travel, accommodation and other essential expenses associated with accessing medical care, while also supporting awareness and fundraising initiatives across grain-growing communities.
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The JK Foundation supports young people in regional communities by improving access to sport, education, health and wellbeing programs that help them reach their potential and build positive futures. Through school and youth initiatives and support for young athletes, the Foundation reduces barriers to participation while fostering engagement, resilience and personal development.
HMMS funding will support the continuation of these programs in Northampton, Morawa, Mullewa and Geraldton.
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Lifeline WA provides 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention services to Western Australians experiencing personal crisis or thoughts of suicide. Through its phone, text and online chat services, Lifeline WA offers free, around-the-clock support to people when they need it most.
HMMS funding will help ensure these vital services remain available 24/7, particularly for people in rural and regional communities who face a higher risk of suicide.
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Regional Men's Health Initiative
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Mens Talk provides practical initiatives that support men's health and wellbeing across regional WA.
Funding will support the delivery of the Talk to a Mate® awareness campaign, the Warrior Ambassador Awards recognising community champions, the production of educational resources including the Working with Warriors self-help book and videos, and participation in research that advances men's holistic health and wellbeing.
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Ronald McDonald House
Western Australia
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Ronald McDonald House WA provides a home away from home for regional families with seriously ill or injured children, offering accommodation, meals and support at no cost for as long as it is needed. This vital service helps ease the emotional and financial pressures families face while their child receives treatment.
HMMS funding will help continue delivering this support to families from WA's grain-growing regions, allowing them to focus on what matters most, caring for their child.
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Royal Flying Doctor Service of Western Australia
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The RFDS WA provides vital aeromedical and primary health care services to people living, working and travelling across regional and remote Western Australia.
Funding will help ensure the RFDS can continue to provide life-saving aeromedical care to these communities when they need it most.
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Rural Aid help provide vital relief and recovery support for Aussie farmers when they need it most.
The funds will ensure farmers and grain -growing communities can access the help they need - from mental health and wellbeing services, to hay, water and financial assistance.
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St John WA delivers Western Australia's ambulance service and provides vital first aid training and community health programs across the State.
HMMS funding will support the continued growth of St John WA's Community First Responder and State Defibrillator Network throughout grain-growing regions, helping improve emergency response capabilities in regional communities.
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TRANSAFE WA is dedicated to improving road safety and promoting safer transport practices across WA. Through education programs, events and its interactive road safety truck, iNSTRUCKTA!, TRANSAFE WA delivers heavy vehicle safety awareness initiatives.
Funding will support the continued delivery of road safety programs over the next 12 months.
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Wheatbelt & Beyond Youth Mentoring
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WBYM helps ensure a rural upbringing does not limit a young person's opportunities by providing ongoing mentoring and support to secondary students in regional communities. Through mentoring, camps and education advocacy, WBYM helps young people build confidence, resilience and pathways to future success.
HMMS funding will support and expand programs across grain-growing regions, strengthening mentoring opportunities, supporting the annual camp and improving outcomes for young people in regional Western Australia.
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Youth Focus is Western Australia’s leading youth mental health service, providing free early intervention counselling and support to young people.
HMMS funding will help expand access to counselling services across WA grain-growing communities, ensuring more young people can access mental health support close to home when they need it most.
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