I'm swimming to save lives
- This is my fourth year diving
- in for youth mental health
Did you know suicide is the leading cause of death for young people in Australia?
That means that each year more young people die by suicide than in car accidents or from cancer.
This March, I'm swimming to make sure young people in Australia have the mental health support they urgently need.
By sponsoring my challenge, you’ll be helping to prevent youth suicide.
All funds raised will help young people feel better about today and the future, no matter what challenge they're facing.
My Swim Progress
I've swum
10.30km (206 laps)
My Goal
40km
How do you compare to other participants?
Average Distance Swum: 4m
Average Distance Goal: 9,891KM
My Impact
So far this year I helped provide...
1077
Young people with vital mental health support.
Fundraising Progress
Raised
$4308
My Goal
$400
So far, you’ve raised 1,077% of your fundraising goal!
Raised
$14378
My Team Goal
$20,000
So far, you’ve raised 72% of your fundraising goal!
Raised
$2,589,340
All Goal
$3,600,000
So far, you’ve raised 72% of your fundraising goal!
Funds raised over the years
NOTE: DISPLAYS PREVIOUS 3 YEARS OF FUNDRAISING ONLY
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2024
My Team Members
Team Member
Laura Stobie
Raised so far:
$267.54
Team Member
Jack Simsic
Raised so far:
$275.54
Team Member
James Biggelaar
Raised so far:
$294.84
Team Member
charlotte anderson
Raised so far:
$20.00
Team Member
Chanel Simsic
Raised so far:
$275.54
Team Member
sophie gilbert
Raised so far:
$20.00
Thorpey's Heroes
Member
Melinda Ricchini (C)
Raised so far:
$4,308.37
Team Member
Layla Mcinnes
Raised so far:
$87.85
Thorpey's Heroes
Member
Mason Potter
Raised so far:
$1,258.49
Team Member
Jacob Matuschka
Raised so far:
$129.83
Team Member
Joshua Wintershoven
Raised so far:
$170.00
Team Member
Kerrie Murray
Raised so far:
$85.62
Team Member
Catherine Clayton
Raised so far:
$132.48
Team Member
Darren Cole
Raised so far:
$275.54
Team Member
liam robinson
Raised so far:
$108.24
Team Member
Oscar Williams
Raised so far:
$22.58
Thorpey's Heroes
Member
Nicole Johnson
Raised so far:
$2,165.14
Team Member
Clancy Mcphillips
Raised so far:
$255.54
Team Member
Lilian Newton
Raised so far:
$174.58
Team Member
Tim Woods
Raised so far:
$505.54
Thorpey's Heroes
Member
Kadance Power Kahika-Lewis
Raised so far:
$1,256.10
Thorpey's Heroes
Member
Tracey Ricchini
Raised so far:
$1,086.02
Team Member
Brett Ricchini
Raised so far:
$56.24
Team Member
Finn Williams
Raised so far:
$0
Team Member
James Brady
Raised so far:
$192.03
Thank you to my Sponsors
Life-Saving Donation
$2.02k
Melbourne Swimming Club
Life-Saving Donation
$402
Matt Bonner
Lachie would be incredibly proud of you for doing this Melinda. The way you honour him with such love and dedication is truly beautiful. And your kindness and strength is making a real difference in people's lives. Thank you for all that you do 💙
Life-Saving Donation
$255.54
Darren Cole
Life-Saving Donation
$255.54
Simsic Family
Lachie would be so proud of you Mel. You are making a difference in young people’s lives ❤️☀️
Life-Saving Donation
$245
Matched by Gonski Foundation & The GPT Group
$200
Auntie Lorrene
$106.12
Therese and Brett Walker
Lachie will be loving your new athletic ability and choice of footwear! Thank you for continuing on with his passion project.
$94.86
Tonya Court
"There are no words that can ease the pain of losing Lachie, but please know you are surrounded by love and support. As someone once said, 'When a parent loses a child, they lose a piece of their heart forever.' Lachie’s light, kindness, and beautiful spirit will never be forgotten. My heart is with you and your family always."
$64.67
Fiona Parkinson
Mel you’re amazing ❤️ Your words and concerns for others are inspirational and I’m sure Lachie is watching on with love and pride , seeing his Mum kicking so many goals . Lots of love to you and the family xxxx
$56.24
Kim McDonough
We will be thinking of you swimming Melinda. Lachie, you and family are always in our thoughts. Matthew and Kim, Harry and Jack
$56.24
Vicki Cole
Great way to honour Lachie’s life. He will always be remembered xxx
$56.24
Matched by Gonski Foundation & The GPT Group
$56.24
Terry Burns
You should be very proud Mel, I know it’s not easy. Your broken heart will find a way to ease the hurt, but a piece will always be missing so you never forget.
$54.99
Michelle Wilson
Mel, your strength and passion to help others in honour of your beautiful, huge hearted boy Lachie is nothing short of amazing. I'm so proud of you and as always sending so much love. ♥️
$54.12
Dave Cairns
$54.12
Williams family
Mel, a small donation with a whole lot of heart behind it! You are amazing at being so strong and determined to make something special out of something so devastating. Keep going ! We are cheering you along xx
$52
Bron Johnson
$50
Nicole Russell
You are are so strong Mel, an absolute superstar 😘😘
$33.15
Tracey Mayes
$33.15
Mandy Saunders
💜
$33.15
Sarah Hill
$20
Natalie Smith
A fantastic cause. Go Mel, always thinking of you ❤️
$20
Matched by Gonski Foundation & The GPT Group
$20
Bonus by Reef Shark Foundation
$20
Rosalie Grant
Not a day goes by that I don't think of you and your mumma's heart. You are so loved friend. So proud of you and your inspiring courage. An honour to support you in this - donation for love, for lives, for Lachie. xx Much love from the Grant Family. xx
We are proud to support and donate all the profits from the MSC Geelong Summer Splash Raffle sales and match the Lachie Ricchini Dash for Cash prize money in honor of Lachie.