Marty

Febfast 2026

Why I Febfast

As most of you are aware, I don't mind a beer. I also love to help people where I can. Febfast is an opportunity to help someone who is having a tough time. I am going to put the beer down and raise funds to support those going through a challenging time. I admit this isn't going to be easy for me, as the sound of a beer opening is what calms my day. Every time I receive a donation, that will be that sound. Dig deep and help me help a great cause.

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 $1480 so far - that's 37 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 37

Calls Answered

My Achievements

Donated to myself

Updated profile pic

Shared on social

Received first donation

Reached fundraising goal

My Updates

Febfast officially kicks off today

Sunday 1st Feb
Feb fast officially kicks off today, I am however on my 7th day of no booze. My Aus day to Easter dry spell has begun with a few temptations but I have remained strong. Help lifeline help those that need our support by donating to this great cause, every $ helps.

Thank you to my Sponsors

$126.62

Stephen Briggs

$106.12

Rod Wales

Great work mate, I’ll buy you a beer 🍺 soon

$100

Nexon Matched Donation

$100

Tony C

Nice work big fella

$83.39

Moby

Good work mate

$64.67

Rob Taylor

Good on you Marty, you can do this!

$55.18

Chris Harvey

$54.12

Linda

See I am being supportive 😊

$54.12

Genevieve Daly

$54.12

Mitch Bell

Well done mate.

$54.12

A-l Taylor

Cheers, instead of a few beers!

$54.12

Daniel Fowkes

Good luck

$54.12

Smac

Good on you mate.

$54.12

Natalie King

$50

Facebook Donation

$50

Marco Mercuri

Good work buddy!!!

$42.39

Anonymous

$42.39

Shane Chestnut

Well done mate. Keep it up

$42.39

Anonymous

$42.39

Brook & Daisy

$33.15

Nyree

Good onya Marty

$27.81

Paula Roberts

Legend!

$27.81

Sheree

Tough challenge and you've smashed it- Great job

$22.58

Andrew Lyell

Well done Marty. You got this!

$22.58

Larissa

Well done Mister

$20

Melissa Bickley

Great cause Marty!

$20

Facebook Donation

$11.65

Cameron Beswick

$10

Tahlia Ziino

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