Why I swim
I’m swimming this March because showing up matters, even when life feels heavy. Each lap is a reminder that support exists, and no young person should feel like they’re treading water alone. Showing up — especially when it’s hard — can make a real difference. Every stroke helps keep a safe place open for someone who needs it.
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
20.00km (154 laps)
My goal
20km
My Impact
So far I’ve raised $580 to provided 145.0225 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.
Top Donation
$106
Anonymous
Shoutout to Anonymous – my biggest supporter so far with a $106 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
$106.12
Anonymous
$56.24
Nick
$56.24
Jennifer Cowan
$56.24
Rach and Lloyd
You go girlfriend ❤️
$56.24
David Dodds
😊
$54.12
Anonymous
26.966699,75.834288
$54.12
Dee
$33.15
Maria
Thank you for making a difference and saving lives.
$27.81
Charlotte
$23
Iris
Go for it!
$22.58
Tracey
Good Luck on reaching your goal
$22.58
Lucy
Go on Sarah!!!!
$11.65
Pafrick Foy
Wonderful thing you're doing Sarah. I worked with a young man at Sth Melb Centrelink Office who committed suicide at age 18. It absolutely shattered the staff, especially the young ones. No warning signs, just an absolute tragedy I will never forget.
Great cause. All the best Sarah!