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
4.00km (0 laps)
My goal
10km
My Impact
So far I’ve raised $3,545 to provided 886.3425 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.
Top Donation
$540
Alister & Si-Si Brawls
Shoutout to Alister & Si-Si Brawls – my biggest supporter so far with a $540 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
$540
Alister & Si-Si Brawls
$527.50
ORS Group
We are proud to support John in his efforts for Laps for Life and the incredible work ReachOut Australia does to support the mental health of young Australians. 💜
$258.48
Troy Stanton
$250
Harvey Norman
$250
Matched by 7-Eleven
$211
Graeme CANTY
Great job John Swimming is one of the best exercises for you health
$106.12
Fiona Miller
An amazing cause!
$106.12
Greg Scott
$106.12
Tina Allotta
Good luck John and wishing you all the very best in raising your goal amount and beyond for this very worthy and important cause. Cheers mate.. x
$106.12
Craig Sidey
Well done John, fantastic!
$106.12
Sandra Lee
Do what you do best John😊⭐️ Always supporting people in need and help. So proud of you ♥️
$106.12
Tom Wilson
$100
Travis Williamson
ORS pink never looked so good on you Johnny!
$100
Matched by 7-Eleven
$100
Tim Every
Great cause, well done!
$80.25
Anonymous
Such an important cause, John. I’m donating because no young person should ever feel like they’re alone or that there’s nowhere to turn when things get tough. If a small contribution can help create safe spaces, support services, and even save one life, then it’s absolutely worth it. Thank you for using your strength and commitment to raise awareness and make a real difference. 🙏
$75
Jason Sawkins
$54.12
Maria Aniello
Every life matters. Supporting suicide prevention means giving hope to people who may feel they have none.” 💙 No one should have to struggle alone. Suicide prevention reminds us to check in, listen, and care for one another.”
$54.12
Tasha Reynolds
Incredible cause John! You can do it!
$54.12
Daniela Cardile
I’m incredibly proud of my brother for swimming to raise awareness and support for youth mental health. No young person should feel like they have nowhere to turn. I agree that every lap and every donation will help create safe spaces, support, and hope for those who need it most.
$52.92
Karina Ninness
$50
Britt McCarthy
You've got this John!
$43.60
John Cardile
$43.60
PNI Foundation & Antipodes Partners
Your donation has been matched thanks to our generous partners.
$30
Samantha Assaf
GO JOHNNY!!!
$27.81
Anonymous
Good on you John, what a great cause!
$6.13
Samantha Hughes
All the best, John! Swim your heart out for what is such an important and great campaign!