Celeste Whitmore

Why I swim

The last 5 years has gifted me with several health challenges, from Cancer to Spinal and Nerve injuries, and I am so over the daily struggle. This year I am determined to make a change & claw my way back to some level of health & fitness without incurring further injuries along the way. My physio's advised work in the pool & I am loving diving in every morning before work! To keep myself accountable I have joined the LAPS FOR LIFE challenge happening in throughout March. Youth suicide is a nightmare scenario for any parent, and I therefore hope to contribute to the efforts that make a real difference for young people in need. Every lap I swim will help make sure there’s a safe place for young people to turn when life feels overwhelming. If any of you would like to join me in supporting this important cause, I would be deeply grateful for your sponsorship and encouragement. Your support will not only motivate me but also help make a positive impact in the lives of vulnerable youth. For my initial target, I have set a modest goal of swimming 2 kilometres. I plan to assess my progress and consider increasing both my distance and fundraising target as I build strength and confidence in the water - wish me luck and please consider sponsoring my swim for a great cause!

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

0.50km (20 laps)

My goal

2km

My Impact

Impact

So far I’ve raised $430 to provided 107.4 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.

Top Donation

Donation top

$211

Bjorn Baker

Shoutout to Bjorn Baker – my biggest supporter so far with a $211 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

$211

Bjorn Baker Racing

A Great cause!

$106.12

ALAN HUNT

$56.24

Anonymous

$56.24

Dexfield Pty Ltd

Great Job Celeste a very good cause!!

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