Trevor Project: Lifeline for Youth Mental Health as Pride Month 2025 Concludes
written by a member of the WCB
As Pride Month 2025 draws to a close, the Trevor Project continues its vital work providing mental health support and crisis intervention services to young people across the nation. Founded as a suicide prevention organization, the Trevor Project has grown to become the country's largest crisis intervention service focused on youth mental health.
At the helm of the organization is Jaymes Black, the first Black and first nonbinary CEO of the nonprofit. Under their leadership, the Trevor Project has expanded its reach and impact through innovative programming and strategic partnerships.
The Trevor Project offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to address the mental health needs of young people. Their confidential crisis intervention programs include 24/7 phone lifelines, text messaging services, and online chat options, ensuring help is accessible through multiple channels. These services are staffed by trained counselors equipped to provide immediate support during mental health emergencies.
Beyond crisis response, the organization runs TrevorSpace, a safe, monitored social networking site where young people can connect with peers and build community in a supportive environment. The Trevor Project also offers educational resources for schools, parents, and community organizations through their Trevor Education program, which provides workshops, webinars, and training materials focused on creating affirming environments.
The organization's research department conducts comprehensive studies that inform both their programming and national conversations about youth mental health. Their annual survey provides crucial data that helps identify trends and needs within the community they serve.
Statistics from their 2024 National Survey highlight the urgent need for these services, with 41 percent of respondents reporting they seriously considered suicide in the past year, and 14 percent reporting suicide attempts. These sobering figures drive the Trevor Project's advocacy work, which focuses on policies that improve mental health outcomes and crisis care access.
The Trevor Project's approach is evidence-based and trauma-informed, ensuring that all young people receive competent care tailored to their unique needs. Since 2022, their crisis services have provided life-saving support to over 1.3 million young people.
As we reflect on another Pride Month, the Trevor Project's ongoing mission serves as a reminder of the universal importance of mental health support and suicide prevention for all young people navigating the complexities of adolescence and early adulthood.