Why I swim
I’m swimming this March because I know what it is to watch a loved one suffer, and to lose them to suicide. Because I know too many people who are struggling and because I believe we don’t fund mental health care well enough to provide the care that is needed, for people who are ill, and for their families. Too many people are suffering because of their own or a loved one’s mental ill health, and for many the suffering goes on for years. We must raise awareness, we must end the impact of shame, and we must fund mental health care properly.
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
0.00km (0 laps)
My goal
20km
My Impact
So far I’ve raised $493 to provided 123.245 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.
Top Donation
$158
sue evans
Shoutout to sue evans – my biggest supporter so far with a $158 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
$158.25
sue evans
$94.86
Brett B
Great effort
$94.86
Anonymous
In honour of your nephew and in memory of your dad. Best wishes to you Kerry.
$56.24
Heather Snowden
Good on you Kerry. Hope you surpass your goal.
$33.15
Naomi
Good on you for raising funds for such an important cause. ❤️
$27.81
Heathe
Thinking of you Kerry. It must be painful at this time of year for your family.
$27.81
Anonymous
All the very best for your training and goal Kerry. Go team Kerry! 💪
Dear Kerry its a wonderful organisation to contribute to , I was so sad to hear of Jacks death I didn't know . I always will remember the photo of your dad holding onto him in the shower. Love Soo