Why I swim
I struggled badly with mental health and self-esteem growing up. Thankfully, I had a supportive family, some great teachers and a few good friends to keep me going in the darker times. No everyone has that. Swimming was a great escape for me. It still is a great way to support my mental health. I've decided to swim 10kms to help raise money for ReachOut to assist them supporting youth struggling with mental health. It'll also help me support my current mental health challenges
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
My Impact
So far I’ve raised $515 to provided 128.7525 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.
Top Donation
$56
Vicky
Shoutout to Vicky – my biggest supporter so far with a $56 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
$56.24
Vicky
$56.24
Katherine
$56.24
Sarah Lausberg
$56.24
Ross Coverdale
I thought you walked on water!
$54.12
Ry Kidd
$54.12
Matched by 7-Eleven
$52
Nadine Pollerd
$52
Sandra
$50
Melissa Webster
Here to support you art xx Mel I can also run with you in the day if it would help xx
$27.81
Betty Layt
Good on you Ry, well done
Your an inspiration our gorgeous friend