Why I swim
I am swimming this March for the dear lost relatives in our family M and T who sadly left this earth too soon. Depression resulting in suicide is an insidious silent black spiraling force where so often you just become so tired of fighting. You just want peace, stillness and to be in a better place. Awareness, recognition and support is vital and so important. The more we show that there are better choices to a new beginning and an end to the mental pain is paramount. Every life saved is the beginning of a new medal of courage, strength, love and delightful sunlit golden opportunities.
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
25.15km (1,006 laps)
My goal
20km
My Impact
So far I’ve raised $465 to provided 116.36 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.
Top Donation
$106
Zest
Shoutout to Zest – my biggest supporter so far with a $106 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 Gallery
Thank you to my
supporters
$106.12
Zest
$89
Davina Winkler
Way to go Jenny! Xx
$64.67
Sarah Rudledge
Go Mum! You’re amazing.
$56.24
Emma Tepania
Well done Mum. Your laps are not only raising awareness and supporting people but also inspiring so many. 💜
$56.24
Jo & Pete
Awesome job Jenny!
$54.84
Anonymous
Congrats Jenny for never giving up. Every lap is an inspiration
$38.33
M and T
Swimming for lost precious beautiful people
You’re amazing Jenny! Lots of love, Tiff and Ginny xx