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
20.06km (362 laps)
My goal
20km
My Impact
So far I’ve raised $365 to provided 91.295 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.
Top Donation
$106
Michael Phelps
Shoutout to Michael Phelps – 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
Thank you to my
supporters
$106.12
Michael Phelps
$56.24
Vicki Knewstub
Good on you Mel 💕
$54.12
Karen K
Good for you Mel and Sophie Great cause to swim for
$54.12
Lorraine and Colin Adrian
Good luck Mel - hope you achieve your goal
$52
Lisa
$22.58
Jenna
$20
Taylor
Huge effort, proud of you keep up the good work!