Alanah Alexander

Why I swim

This March, I’ll be swimming in honour of my beautiful baby sister for Laps for Life (Laps for Livvie). Mental health has always been something I’ve cared about, but it’s never felt this personal until now. Watching my mum carry the weight of it every single day, and seeing my sister struggle to access the full support she needs, has changed me. It’s the unknown that’s the hardest part, the unanswered questions, the quiet battles, and the ongoing heartache of watching someone you love live with a mental health disorder. So I’m swimming. I’m swimming for awareness. I’m swimming for better support. I’m swimming for Livvie. If you are able to donate, any amount — big or small, it would mean more to our family than you know. Your support helps families like ours feel a little less alone in this. And to you, Livvie… There are so many people who love you fiercely. We will walk through the hard days with you, again and again. No one is giving up on you. Ever. I love you, kid. Always. 🤍

Swimmer

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

0.00km (0 laps)

My goal

2km

My Impact

Impact

So far I’ve raised $185 to provided 46.26 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.

Top Donation

Donation top

$135

Georgina Sheargold

Shoutout to Georgina Sheargold – my biggest supporter so far with a $135 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

$135.04

Georgina Sheargold

Your such a beautiful soul and an amazing big sister x

$50

Hayley Fuller

Good onya legend x

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