Why I swim
My name is Paul Peers-Barlow, and I’m taking on a personal challenge that means a great deal to me: swimming more than 3 kilometres every single day to raise funds for youth suicide prevention and mental health support. This is something I’m deeply committed to, because mental health affects so many of us — our families, our friends, and our communities — both here in Australia and around the world. I want to commit to this as a way of making a small difference- this is a way of acknowledging loved ones in my life … that we all matter and are valued and validated. I believe strongly in looking out for one another and offering support where we can. Any donation, no matter how big or small, would truly mean the world to me and will go toward making a real difference in young people’s lives. Thank you so much for your kindness, encouragement, and support — I’m incredibly grateful. With love and appreciation, Paul 🩵🪷
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
54.20km (60 laps)
My goal
3km
My Impact
So far I’ve raised $1,522 to provided 380.5775 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.
Top Donation
$258
Money Sense Lending Services
Shoutout to Money Sense Lending Services – my biggest supporter so far with a $258 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
$258.48
Money Sense Lending Services
$198.34
Anonymous
$135.04
Will Bennison
Great effort Paul. I’m happy to support, even if my main contribution is from the couch.
$106.12
Paul Peers-Barlow
$106.12
Irvin Liang
Paul, What you’re doing is truly inspiring. Taking on the challenge of swimming more than 3 kilometres every day to raise awareness and funds for youth suicide prevention and mental health support is an incredible commitment, and it speaks volumes about the kind of person you are. On behalf of The Queensbridge Building team, thank you for turning compassion into action. Your effort is a powerful reminder that looking out for one another really does make a difference. Wishing you strength and safe swims throughout your journey — we’re proud to support you. Kind regards, Irvin Liang Facility Manager The Queensbridge Building
$106.12
Graydon Dowd
Great cause you are supporting and we admire your commitment and advocacy.
$106.12
Bree Inturrisi
Go Paul! - Bree & James
$101.42
Facebook Donation
$64.67
Joy/Barry 3504 Queensbridge
$56.24
Louise Ellis
Go Paul 🏊♂️
$56.24
Marc Lyster
Well done Paul keep up the great work xx
$54.12
Rach
Fantastic Paul. I’m really proud of you.
$33.15
Nik Hema
Proud of you Paul, Every lap counted, and so did you. Congrats!
$30
Sherri
❤️
$27.81
Kathleen Micallef
Good job!
$22.58
Kylie Crowe
What a great cause Paul, well done xx
$22.58
Chase & Monynna
$20
Anonymous
$17.16
Anonymous
You can do it!
We are so happy to support your efforts Paul! Keep swimming those laps! You've got this.