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
1.50km (0 lap)
My goal
15km
My Impact
So far I’ve raised $63 to provided 15.645 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.
Top Donation
$40
Max F
Shoutout to Max F – my biggest supporter so far with a $40 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
My Updates
Swimming for personal mental health
There have been times throughout my life, since my early teens when I have really struggled with my mental health. Back in 2021 I rediscovered my love of swimming that i picked up in early childhood and have tried to maintain a regular attendance at my local indoor aquatic and fitness centre. During this time, I have found that getting in the pool and being active has helped my own personal mental health immensely. So when I first found out about Laps For Life, I figured why not make my laps count towards something great, something that I can really relate to 😊 ShareThank you to my
supporters
$40
Max F
$22.58
Anonymous
Good luck Connie!! I know you’re gonna smash it in the water