About My Challenge
In 2022 I lost my partner Vicki to suicide. Since then I have battled with grief, depression, PTSD and my own suicidal thoughts, and there have been many times when I have come close to taking my own life. I strongly believe that early prevention through community and connection, and discussions to normalise topics like mental health and suicidal ideation, can save lives in real ways; and that services like Lifeline are vital both across into crisis response for suicidal people, but also to be used as a resource far earlier than on suicidal reaction.
I'm completing 3,307 push-ups in 24 days to raise awareness and funds for mental health in Australia.
You can show your support by making a tax-deductible donation to my page.
Every dollar helps #pushforbetter mental health outcomes in Australia by funding much-needed mental health services and initiatives.
Dedicated to: Vicki Stanley
Supporting Lifeline Canberra ACT
Lifeline Canberra is proud to be a beneficiary of this year’s Push-Up Challenge. Together, Lifeline Canberra and The Push-Up Challenge, aim to raise awareness about mental health and the impact of suicide on our local community.
Funds raised through this challenge enable Lifeline Canberra to continue providing critical 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services, answer more help seeker calls, and ensure any person in Canberra and across Australia who needs support know where and how to find it.
My Challenge History
Pushuperer for 4 years
| Push-Ups | Funds | |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | $500 |
| 2025 | 3,214 | $551 |
| 2024 | 3,249 | $1,195 |
| 2023 | 3,144 | $985 |
| Total | 9,607 | $3,231 |
