Why I swim
It was a bit of a harder decision for me to put my hand in for this and many of my friends and family know why. 12 years ago now, I lost Anthony, my older brother, to suicide and that loss never really leaves you. I hope with this that it can make a difference in even one person. Because there are so many more people who are hit by the waves created when young people don't have a supportive place to go to. I don't know how well I will do with hitting the goals I set but I hope I can do him proud.
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
3.00km (120 laps)
My goal
10km
My Impact
So far I’ve raised $60 to provided 15 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.
Top Donation
$60
Ashleigh Lerway
Shoutout to Ashleigh Lerway – my biggest supporter so far with a $60 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
$60
Ashleigh Lerway
