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
0.00km (0 laps)
My goal
10km
Matched by PNI Foundation & Antipodes Partners
My Impact
So far I’ve raised $287 to provided 71.765 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.
Top Donation
$100
Kerry Moran
Shoutout to Kerry Moran – my biggest supporter so far with a $100 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 Updates
7 days to go
Good weather means no excuse to not exercise. fortunately the sunshine also gives plenty of incentive to be in the water whether ocean, creek or pool so pre-event training going well. I have been moved by the stories of participants who have experienced the challenges that affect mental health. it truely is an inspiration to be in the swim with you. ShareIs this training
High tide creek swim at home base Hastos can hardly be training, however the crystal clear depths of gently flowing water leading out to the ocean beyond did lend a little resistance. It certainly impresses in you the value of water based exercise not just physically but also with mental well being. Share
My Gallery
Thank you to my
supporters
$100
Kerry Moran
$56.24
Leanne
Good luck xx
$54.12
Fay Butler
You go for it Little Buddy!
$54.12
Meredith Smith
$22.58
Danny Flynn
Supporting you on your quest to swim laps to help prevent youth suicide