ABOUT THE CAUSE
An estimated 22% of Australians experience a mental disorder in a 12 month period (AIHW, 2024). That is why we have set the minimum surf goal of 22 hours alongside the ultimate goal to raise $2.2 million for initiatives that protect our mental health and wellbeing to prevent mental illness.
We believe that every Australian should have access to a lifestyle that protects their mental health and with only an estimated 1% of federal funding currently going into prevention we need your help to do it.
Funds raised by the Ripple Effect Wave Challenge will go directly into programs and initiatives that focus on enhancing mental wellbeing and make a positive impact on the health of Australians.
We believe that every Australian should have access to a lifestyle that protects their mental health and with only an estimated 1% of federal funding currently going into prevention we need your help to do it.
Funds raised by the Ripple Effect Wave Challenge will go directly into programs and initiatives that focus on enhancing mental wellbeing and make a positive impact on the health of Australians.
SURF MORE
Either on your own or with your favourite surf mates set a challenge for number of hours surfing in the month of April all while fundraising for a great cause.
FEEL GOOD
Many of the elements of surfing do great things for our mental wellbeing. Check out what the latest science has to say.
MAKE AN IMPACT
Raise money for programs that improve our wellbeing and help to prevent mental illness and reduce the risk of suicide.
All donations are tax deductable.
All donations are tax deductable.
PARTNERS AND SUPPORTERS
WAYS TO GET INVOLVED
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Grab your surf buddies, set a goal and join us in the challenge.
DIY FUNDRAISE
Don't surf?
Set your own challenge and fundraise for the cause.
Set your own challenge and fundraise for the cause.
PARTNERSHIPS
Is your organisation interested in sponsoring the wave challenge?
DONATE NOW
Help make a difference by supporting mental wellbeing initiatives.
Your Mental health
Ripple Effect Foundation is not a mental health service, if you are needing support please ensure you reach out and ask for help.
If you are concerned about your safety or the safety of others, it is important to seek immediate assistance by calling Triple Zero (000).
If you are concerned about your safety or the safety of others, it is important to seek immediate assistance by calling Triple Zero (000).
Here are some support options that are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, anywhere in Australia:
Lifeline: 131 114
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
Kids Helpline: 1800 551 800
Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467
Lifeline: 131 114
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
Kids Helpline: 1800 551 800
Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467
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