Krystal McKinley

Febfast 2026

Why I Febfast

Mental health doesn’t take a month off and it doesn’t discriminate. It can touch any family, any friendship group and any community; often silently. Let’s stand together, break the stigma and support the people and organisations working tirelessly to save lives.

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 $1209 so far - that's 31 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 31

Calls Answered

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Thank you for being here

Saturday 31st Jan
Mental health doesn’t take a month off. This Febfast I will be going alcohol free to challenge myself to stay committed to this cause and to raise awareness of this terrible illness that is taking far too many lives.

Each day in February, I will also be posting inspiration quotes to help others get through those dark days.

You are not alone 🤍

Thank you to my Sponsors

$158.25

Nexon Matched Donation

$158.25

Zac's Proud Dad

Love ❤️

$123.56

Anonymous

All our love,

$106.12

Anonymous

$83.39

Mathew M

$54.12

Angela

🫶🏼💔

$54.12

Mary /michael Paterson

Sending Love and Hope

$54.12

Lindsay Rowsell

Thinking of your family at this time. So sorry for your loss your loss. I work with your dad an he is just the best.

$52.92

Anonymous

$42.39

Aidan Judd

$42.39

Rachael Phillips

$42.39

Greg Highfield

$42.39

Pippa A

Such a worthy cause x

$42.39

Jordan Pannowitz

Sending love xxx

$42.39

Zac's Mum And Dad

Thank you for everything you do. Love ❤️

$42.39

Anonymous

$39

Cameron

$22.58

K. Bradbery

$6.13

Mark Niddrie

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