Ella Courtney

Febfast 2026

Why I Febfast

I’m doing FebFast with Lifeline Australia for my beautiful uncle Paul, who we lost to suicide this year. He was the funny one in our family always joking, never taking life too seriously and losing him has been heartbreaking. It’s made me realise how much someone can be struggling even when they’re the person making everyone else laugh. I’m doing this to honour him and to support Lifeline, because no one should feel like they have to carry things alone. If this fundraiser helps even one person reach out or feel supported, then it’s worth it. Thank you so much for donating or sharing, it really means a lot.

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 $680 so far - that's 17 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 17

Calls Answered

My Achievements

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Reached fundraising goal

Thank you to my Sponsors

$106.12

Geoff Stephens

This is an amazing gesture Ella, great initiative by you. In loving memory of Paul, always to be remembered fondly. Geoff, Jacqui, Aaron & Reilly

$83.39

Rose

$83.39

Vanessa Ede-scott

You are an amazing niece Ella we are really proud of you

$73

Matt Kitteringham

🫶

$54.12

Luke Dallavalle

Proud of you ella

$54.12

Anonymous

$54.12

Phoebe Mansour

$54.12

Julie Ede

Ella we wholeheartedly support you in febfast in memory of your beloved Uncle Paul. These are difficult days for you and your family and we will be praying for you, may you be comforted knowing others care.

$42.39

Olivia Watson

$42.39

James Scott

$33.15

Sienna Maill

Awesome stuff Ella!!

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