Debbie Ruiz

Why I swim

I’m swimming 35 km in March to raise funds for ReachOut Australia and help prevent youth suicide — every lap brings anonymous, youth‑focused support to young people who need it. Join me: donate, share, or cheer me on — small donations add up and keep vital support free and easy to access.

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

8.05km (230 laps)

My goal

35km

My Impact

Impact

So far I’ve raised $1,025 to provided 256.33 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.

Top Donation

Donation top

$135

Francis

Shoutout to Francis – 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

Francis

Great work Deb :))

$135.04

PNI Foundation & Antipodes Partners

Your donation has been matched thanks to our generous partners.

$60

Yue Zhang

Go DEEEEBBBB!

$58.35

Phil

$58.35

PNI Foundation & Antipodes Partners

Your donation has been matched thanks to our generous partners.

$56.24

Anonymous

Such a great effort Deb! Very proud of you.

$54.99

Anonymous

$54.12

Kerry Dang

You go Debbie! 100% supporting you for a great cause and this is a fantastic initiative and achievement too. Good luck with the swim and I'm sure you make it with your determination.

$43.60

Kathy

Great work well done Deb

$39.35

Simon Shan

Amazing act to the community!

$39.35

PNI Foundation & Antipodes Partners

Your donation has been matched thanks to our generous partners.

$38.33

Anonymous

$38.33

Lindsay Phillips

Great cause Deb, keep up the good work & enjoy it..

$38.33

PNI Foundation & Antipodes Partners

Your donation has been matched thanks to our generous partners.

$33.15

Ashlea

Go Deb! Love what you’re doing!!!

$33.15

PNI Foundation & Antipodes Partners

Your donation has been matched thanks to our generous partners.

$33.15

Jess Gangur

Great work Deb, supporting such an important foundation!

$33.15

PNI Foundation & Antipodes Partners

Your donation has been matched thanks to our generous partners.

$11.65

Anonymous

$11.65

PNI Foundation & Antipodes Partners

Your donation has been matched thanks to our generous partners.

$10

Ami

Go Deb!!!!

$10

PNI Foundation & Antipodes Partners

Your donation has been matched thanks to our generous partners.

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