Why I swim
This March, I’ll be swimming laps for something that truly matters to me. Too many young lives are being lost to suicide, and that reality hits close to home for so many of us. Every single lap I swim is for the young people who feel overwhelmed, unheard, or alone, and for those who may not know where to turn when life feels like too much. By swimming, I hope to help create and protect safe spaces where young people can reach out, feel supported, and know that their lives matter. This is more than just laps in a pool, it’s about hope, compassion, and showing up for those who need it most. Thank you for your support.
I'm swimming to save lives
Suicide remains the leading cause of death for young people in Australia.
More than 1 in 3 are experiencing mental health difficulties, yet over a million are not getting the support they need.
ReachOut provides anonymous, free and 100% online services so young people can find a safe place to connect, share and get help when life feels overwhelming.
I’m taking part in Laps for Life to make sure these vital services are always there. Please donate to my fundraiser and help more young people get the support they deserve.
My Swim Progress
Completed
5.00km (100 laps)
My goal
10km
My Impact
So far I’ve raised $1,151 to provided 287.6975 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.
Top Donation
$500
C Results Print & Display
Shoutout to C Results Print & Display – my biggest supporter so far with a $500 donation to help young people get the mental health support they need through ReachOut!
Funds Raised
Note: displays max previous 3 years of fundraising only
Thank you to my
supporters
$500
C Results Print & Display
$89
Kerrie Perry Read
Proud of you gorgeous
$56.24
Anonymous
Good girl Abbey
$56.24
Kristy Vincent
Way to go Abbey🏊♂️
$56.24
Jayden White
$56.24
Mel Read
❤️
$54.12
Jaxon
You got this, I love you ❤️
$54.12
Lyn Cahill
All the best
$54.12
Lorraine Read
Well done on your laps
$52.92
Lucy Littlely
Well done Abbey. Good cause to support. Xx
$22.58
Meg
$22.58
Nadine Mast
Like Dory said, just keep swimming! X
$22.58
Fraser Vincent
$20
Jen Davy
$17.16
Jessie Read
You got this big sis. Strong swim
$11.65
Sonia Moon
Great cause - enjoy those laps ❤️❤️❤️
$5
Ruby
proud of you tiger!
Good luck Abbey!