Blue Tree Project- Fun Run

I am taking on my first ever half marathon at the Perth Running Festival in October & would like to try to incentivise my efforts- by raising money for charity.

Please help me to make a difference- with my pain hopefully being somebody else's gain!

I will be raising money in aid of, the very worthy Blue Tree Project. A charity I learnt about while travelling Australia & seeing blue painted trees dotted around, in some of the most rural parts of the country.

Their History-

The Blue Tree Project is a mental health charity that began in 2019 after the tragic loss of Jayden Whyte, a much-loved son, brother and friend to suicide in 2018. Blue Tree Project began as a grassroots initiative in regional Western Australia & has now grown into a widely recognised and impactful global movement- with blue trees now standing proud across every continent of the globe, with over 1,395+ registered blue trees.

The Blue Tree Story-

Inspired by a heartfelt story shared at the funeral of Jayden Whyte. The tale of the original blue tree began as a lighthearted moment between Jayden and his friend, Tjarda. Together, they painted a dead tree blue on Jayden’s family farm in Western Australia, as a playful prank back in 2014. What started as an act of fun and mischief has since transformed into something profoundly meaningful- with the blue trees, once a symbol of laughter, have now evolved into a powerful symbol of hope, connection, and awareness.

Their Mission-

To help kick the stigma & change our approach to mental health, by bringing communities together to create safer spaces to talk.

The blue trees encourage open conversations, remind us to check in on ourselves, and stands as visual prompts to support those who may be struggling. For many a powerful symbols of hope- silent, yet unwavering reminders that you don't have to face your mental health challenges alone.

A symbol of hope, not loss.

For more information visit their website:

https://bluetreeproject.com.au/

All donations are welcome!

Thank you in advance for your contribution & support