Why I swim
For 5 years I have struggled with mental health and suicidal ideation, and can thankfully say I am now on the other side of it. I’m swimming this March because too many young lives are lost to suicide, and mine almost was a few times. Every lap I swim will help make sure there’s a safe place for young people to turn when life feels overwhelming.
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
20.80km (0 lap)
My goal
20km
My Impact
So far I’ve raised $1,000 to provided 250.055 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.
Top Donation
$305
Anon
Shoutout to Anon – my biggest supporter so far with a $305 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
$305
Anon
$135.04
Dad
Half way there, Boo!
$106.12
Harriet Spinks
$103.72
Anthea
Great work Belle! Such an important issue to raise awareness of and funds for!
$94.86
Camille
Swimming is such a good activity for mind and body - and now for another good reason to! Good on you Belle.
$56.24
Bry Mattes
Swim good Belle!
$56.24
Josephine Spinks
Just keep swimming Belle! 🐠
$54.12
Nanna and Pappa
Go Belle! Very proud of you.
$33.15
Sam
$33.15
Robin
I love you so much girl! So proud of you!
$22.58
Michael Spire
Good on ya! Can you do the butterfly stroke please?
Over the line! Well done Belle.