Why I swim
I’m swimming this March because too many young lives are lost to suicide. 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
2.10km (0 laps)
My goal
10km
My Impact
So far I’ve raised $231 to provided 57.68 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.
Top Donation
$65
Maryanne Heslop
Shoutout to Maryanne Heslop – my biggest supporter so far with a $65 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
$64.67
Maryanne Heslop
$56.24
Colin Simpson
Good on you Ben, raising money to support & help others. You’re a hero! Love from Uncle Col
$38.33
Ben Tait
$38.33
Matched by Gonski Foundation
$33.15
Karen and John
Go Ben!! Thank you for your effort to help support our youth. We're proud of you. Lots of love from Karen and John xxx
Go Benny!!!