Anne Connelly

Febfast 2026

Why I Febfast

I am taking on Febfast to support people in crisis and raise much needed funds for Lifeline. As my friends and family know how much I love a glass of wine or two it will also be beneficial to my health as well. During my lifetime I have always tried to be there for family and friends when they have needed someone to talk to. I have been fortunate in life to have people there for me when I needed them too. Depression and Anxiety affect so many of us and it's always good to know you have someone to turn to. Unfortunately, many people do not have this support or feel they are unable to talk to someone they know about their crisis. This is where Lifeline and other similar services fill that gap by being there to listen. Please donate to help Lifeline be there when it matters most and help save lives. Thankyou

Every 24 seconds, someone in Australia reaches out to Lifeline 
for help

That’s more than 3,000 people every single day who just need someone to listen. By skipping the sip for one month, I’m not only giving my body a break – I’m helping make sure Lifeline can be there, anytime and anywhere, for the people who need it most.
It’s a small challenge for me, but it could mean life-changing support for someone else.

Together we can ensure Lifeline can continue to be there 24/7 so that no one has to face their toughest moments alone.

MY PROGRESS

Check out my Febfast calendar to see my progress! You can choose a date to sponsor me with a One-OFF Pass. It will give me a night off my challenge while still supporting Australians in crisis.

MY IMPACT SO FAR

I've raised $1039 so far - that's 26 calls answered for Lifeline's crisis support hotline.

Every $39 helps power another call, offering hope and crucial moments of connection to people in their toughest moments. Will you back me with a donation?

impact counter 26

Calls Answered

My Achievements

Donated to myself

Updated profile pic

Shared on social

Received first donation

Reached fundraising goal

My Updates

JUST OVER HALF WAY $986 RAISED

Tuesday 17th Feb
Thank you to all my supporters. We’ve raised $986.00. The total Febfast is well over half a million dollars. ❤️

WEEK 1 DONE - 3 WEEKS TO GO

Sunday 8th Feb
First week done and dusted. Drinking sparkling water at a brewery on Friday was definitely a first for me. 
I’ve raised $688 with the help of my sponsors so far.  That’s 17 Lifeline Crisis Calls funded. 

DAY 4 $589 RAISED SO FAR 🙂

Wednesday 4th Feb
Day 4 done and dusted and Dave hasn’t left home yet. 🤣 
I want to thank my sponsors for helping me reach my first goal and now closing in on the second. I really appreciate your support and words of encouragement. Sending my love and hugs to you. Thank you. 

DAY ONE DONE

Monday 2nd Feb
Thank you to my sponsors and also for your words of encouragement. I have almost reached my fundraising goal so I have increased the amount. I will also be donating the amount I have saved by not drinking at the end of the month. This challenge will provide funds for people in crisis and will also be good for my health. 

Thank you to my Sponsors

$170

Anne Connelly

The balance of my savings from being alcohol free.

$114.35

Dorothy Connelly

Great work Nan! Love Dot

$100

Anne Connelly

$54.12

Daphne Brien

Good one!

$54.12

Kylie

Go Annie!!

$54.12

Yvonne Lowe

Lots of love xx

$54.12

Deb & Steve Perry

Go Anne 👍

$54.12

Libby Woods

Wonderful cause my friend. Xx

$54.12

Yvonne

What a great thing to do Anne

$50

Toni Cullen

$42.39

David Connelly

Only 27 days to go!

$42.39

Kristeen Freeman

2026 Happier and Healthier for all.

$40

Deb & Glenn Denny

So super proud of you! Go Anne!!!! That first glass of wine in March will taste oh so good!!!!

$39

Sharon Sargent

You are amazing! Hope Dave is still living in the house 😅😁 Proud of you. X

$39

Houdini

A night off after a stressful day of rescuing ducks

$22.58

Steph Vick

Yayyy go Anne!!

$22.58

Sarah Bree Cullen

Way to go Anne!

$20

Angela Hay

Best wishes Anne! Such a good cause

$11.65

Anonymous

We're here to listen.

If you or someone you know is feeling overwhelmed or struggling with thoughts of suicide, please contact Lifeline at anytime 24 hours/7 days a week.

Lifeline Call 24/7: 13 11 14 Lifeline Text 24/7: 0477 13 11 14 Online Chat 24/7: lifeline.org.au