Why I swim
This March, I’m taking to the water for every young person who’s ever felt like they had nowhere to turn. Too many lives are lost to suicide, and that has to change. With each lap I swim, I’m helping fund safe, supportive places where young people can reach out and be heard.
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
6.00km (80 laps)
My goal
20km
My Impact
So far I’ve raised $303 to provided 75.6775 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.
Top Donation
$100
Melanie Alibuyog
Shoutout to Melanie Alibuyog – 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 Gallery
Thank you to my
supporters
$100
Mel A
$95.90
Sarah Trapla
Such a great initiative Paul - you'll smash your goal. Thanks for all your support in helping me achieve mine. You can do this!
$50
Paul Whitear
$22.58
Arlyn Alibuyog
Keep on swimming! xx
$22.58
Gina Wishart
Such a great cause Paul. Good on you.
$11.65
Gavin Embley
🫶🏽