I’m seeking support to gain entry into the Gold Coast Half Marathon so I can run in honour of family members who struggled—and whom we’ve lost—to mental health conditions that too often go unseen.

No one should have to lose a loved one this way, and no one should fight alone.

This run is my way of turning grief into action: raising funds for frontline support, starting open conversations, and helping others find help sooner. Every step is a promise to those we miss and a message to those still fighting: you are seen, you are valued, and support is within reach.

We can’t change the past, but we can help shape a future where seeking help is normal, stigma is challenged, and more families get to keep the people they love.

Why Beyond Blue

I’m raising money to benefit Beyond Blue Limited, whose mission is to equip people across Australia with the knowledge and skills to achieve their best possible mental health—making anxiety, depression, and suicide part of everyday conversations, tackling stigma, and breaking down barriers to speaking up and reaching out.

How your support helps

Your donation will help me secure my place at the start line and contribute to Beyond Blue’s vital services.

Any amount makes a difference. If you can’t donate, a share or a message of support means the world.

Thank you for helping me turn this run into real impact—for my family, for yours, and for anyone who needs a hand finding help.

Matt x