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
8.10km (0 lap)
My goal
8km
My Impact
So far I’ve raised $768 to provided 191.93 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.
Top Donation
$135
Fran Davies
Shoutout to Fran Davies – 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
Fran Davies
$106.12
Ken Tait
Good on you Ben
$106.12
Bob Tait
Good luck and stay strong!
$94.86
Danny Tait
Well done Ben. A great cause.
$94.86
Karyn Raisin
Go Benny so proud well done
$64.67
Maryanne Heslop
Go Benny!!!
$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
Good Benny.