Why I swim
I’m swimming Laps for Life as part of Song Swam Blue in memory of a work colleague, who we lost to mental health when I was just 16. Even after 45 years, I still think of him and wonder if things might have been different with more awareness and support. By swimming, I hope to honour his memory and help make sure young people today get the help they need,and deserve.
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
21.80km (0 lap)
My goal
20km
My Impact
So far I’ve raised $661 to provided 165.1925 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.
Top Donation
$56
Janette Quantrill
Shoutout to Janette Quantrill – my biggest supporter so far with a $56 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
$56.24
Janette Quantrill
$56.24
Christine Brown
$56.24
Matched by Gonski Foundation
$56.24
Tania Mitchell
Great work Christine 👏👏
$56.24
Jess De Lacey
💜💛
$54.12
Tonia Leersen
Well done good luck
$52.92
Ange, Marc, Isla and Oscar Dickeson
Well done Christine! Such a worthy cause xx
$52.92
Susan Connolly
Thanks Christine.
$33.15
Bec Collins
You Go Boss Lady!
$27.81
Claire Tobin
You go girl!
$25.75
Judy Brown
$22.58
Justine
$22.58
Christine Brown
$22.58
Michael
Just keep swimming! Great cause and top effort Browny
$22.58
Anna Brown
Proud of you Mum! Amazing work x
$22.58
Emily S
Awesome job Browny - great cause!!
$20
Angus & Frankie
Well done Aunty Christine! Love Angus & Frankie x
So proud of you Christine doing this swim for so many in need of support and understanding 😔 Love Janette and Tony ❤️