One Runner, One Cause—Mac’s First London Marathon

By Mikayla Towns

I'm fundraising for Lifeline

Tragically, over 9 Australians die by suicide each day. It's a shocking statistic which is why I'm raising funds to ensure Lifeline's services can continue to operate anyway, anytime for anyone.

Someone reaches out to Lifeline via phone, text and online chat every 24 seconds and with your help, we can ensure someone is there to listen, without judgement 24/7.

Please support my fundraising today because every donation, no matter the amount, can make a difference to ensure that no one must have their toughest moments alone.

Together, we can help change lives.

Thank you for your support!

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Running the London Marathon for Lifeline

Over the last few years, I’ve fallen in love with running. What started as a personal challenge has led me to meet some of the most inspiring, supportive people within our community 🤍

I always joked that if I ever ran a marathon, it would have to be a major, in an incredible location — and it would have to be for charity. I wanted a reason bigger than myself.

I’ve seen firsthand the impact Lifeline has in supporting people through some of the toughest moments of their lives. That’s why I’m incredibly proud to be running the London Marathon, my very first marathon, in memory of my mum, Kellie.

I know what it’s like to lose someone and I never want anyone to feel like they’re alone. By supporting Lifeline, we help ensure that someone is always there when it matters most.

Any support means the world; whether that’s donating or donating your time by lacing up your shoes and coming for a run with me. Every bit helps make a difference in someone’s moment of need 🏃‍♀️💙

Thank you to my Sponsors

$1.85k

Mcgrath

Congratulations Mikayla on a terrific event! Safe travels to London, go get em!

$1,000

True Potential Training

Amazing work Mac!! You're a true inspiration!!

$250

Bridget Archer

So proud of you Mac

$200

Georgie Atkinson

So proud of you 🥰

$150

Cal And Deny

Keep up the good work, you'll smash it.

$100

Anna Graham

Wow Mikayla, what a story. You are a true inspiration

$100

Adam H & Sarah M

Great cause, great human 💪

$100

Mel & Sam

$100

Launceston Osteocare

$100

Aunty J

Well done Macca. So proud of you. Love from all the Woodys x

$100

Dani

$78

Pat Gleeson

$50

Rachel Goldfinch

What a awesome Job your doing Mikayla

$50

Danielle

Thank you for being you

$50

Alison

You’ve got this!

$50

Kellie Groombridge

Good luck Mikayla! Keep smiling your beautiful smile 😃

$50

Tom Carling

Great work Mac! 👏👏

$50

Emma

$50

Angus Verhay

Go get after it !!

$50

Sally Rigby

$50

Jessie Martin

$50

Joanne Ma

$50

Miyuki Yagisawa

Amazing achievement! Congratulations Mikayla!

$50

Emily And Luke Niejalke

Go get em legend

$50

Esther Nicholls

$39

Katrina Kind

So cool

$39

Lucy Gorsuch

All the best Mik

$39

Brianna Langshaw

$39

Cassie Dalgleish

Amazing work Mikayla! Best of luck ❤️

$25

Helen Duffey

Have fun Mac, don’t get squashed:)

$20

Brianna Kohlenbecker

All the best with your run Mikayla and safe travels to London x

$20

Jess Rigby

$20

Anonymous

What an inspiration! We’ll be cheering you on back here in Tasmania.

$10

Randy

You are an amazing human x

$10

Anonymous

$10

Bridie Pitchford