Melissa Phillips

Why I swim

Throughout my life, sport has been my mental outlet so I’m swimming this March because too many young lives struggle with mental health and are lost to suicide. It’s tough out there and everyone deserve a chance, especially the youngins. I haven’t done laps since a school swimming carnival a million years ago but let’s give it a crack hey!!! Xx

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

0.00km (0 laps)

My goal

31km

My Impact

Impact

So far I’ve raised $38 to provided 9.5825 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.

Top Donation

Donation top

$38

Melissa Phillips

Shoutout to Melissa Phillips – my biggest supporter so far with a $38 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

$38.33

Melissa Phillips

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