In Memory of Gillian, I ride again!

By: Jennifer Wolter
Short URL: https://archive.backabuddy.co.za/in-memory-of-gillian-i-ride-again
Date Created: 9 April 2020

Funds Raised:
R 18 294

Fundraising Target:
R 15 000

Personal message

Hello!
I want to thank everyone for all of the love and support in the last year. It has been a challenging and emotional one to say the least! So I am trying to ways to have some positive come from the pain and grief. I keep being reminded that you can never get over a loss, but instead you need to learn to integrate it into your life. So I have decided to once again ride the 94.7 Momentum Cycle Challenge in Johannesburg this coming November. This year, we are forming a team to support the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG). I am personally riding in memory of my friend Gillian. So any and all support you can give will be so appreciated!!

SADAG just celebrated their 20th anniversary and is the largest mental health organization in the country. They provide support through 15 helplines (which receive over 400 calls a day) answered by 100 volunteer counselors, hundreds of school programs, distribution of speaking books, and over 250 support groups and counseling centers. 1 in 4 South Africans struggle with mental health problems, and there are an average of 23 suicides and over 230 attempts per day. SADAG is actively helping those that struggle withdepression, bipolar, trauma, panic and anxiety, substance abuse, and suicidal thoughts. We are honoured to help such a worthy cause!

Donations

Nov 16, 2015 - R 2 000.00 Fees covered
"Well done on this awesome initiative Jen. Looking forward to riding with you tomorrow!!! " - Cameron

Nov 14, 2015 - USD $ 15.83 Fees covered
"Go get'em Jenn!" - Amy, Bill and Colton

Nov 13, 2015 - R 717.58
"Good luck from Keegan & I Jenn! Good job!" - Michelle Moore

Nov 13, 2015 - R 502.31
"Best wishes Jenn! Great cause!" - Marden Family

Nov 13, 2015 - R 718.25
"Good luck!" - Marks Family

Nov 13, 2015 - R 715.00
"Congrats!" - Anonymous

Nov 09, 2015 - USD $ 49.99
"Good luck Jen!" - Joan Swift

Nov 08, 2015 - R 1 000.00 Fees covered
"Good luck on the ride next weekend!" - Chris Bradford

Nov 03, 2015 - R 484.18 Fees covered
"In honor of those that are no longer with us, thank you for riding in their names!" - Christina Cernansky

Nov 03, 2015 - USD $ 50.02
"What a great goal! Good luck Jen!!" - Wrights

Oct 29, 2015 - USD $ 20.12
"Good luck and have fun Jenn!" - Aaron M

Oct 29, 2015 - R 200.00 Fees covered
"Great cause, good heart - enjoy the ride!" - Noddings

Oct 28, 2015 - R 100.00 Fees covered
"GO GO Gadget Jenn Jenn :) " - Bary

Oct 28, 2015 - R 1 368.00 Fees covered
"Best of luck, Jenn!" - Broussards

Oct 19, 2015 - USD $ 16.88 Fees covered
"Good luck, Jenn! " - Elliot

Oct 19, 2015 - R 200.00 Fees covered
"Good Luck, Jenn!" - Anonymous

Oct 18, 2015 - R 500.00 Fees covered
"Have a wonderful time Jenn!!!" - Calysta Phillips

Oct 09, 2015 - R 500.00 Fees covered
"In Memory of Gillian, Go Jenn" - Graeme & Kelly

Oct 04, 2015 - R 200.00 Fees covered
"Thank you Jenn for your open heart (and fit legs)" - Gavin Peter

Oct 04, 2015 - R 3 500.00
"Jenn glad to hear that you are riding." - The Gold Family

Oct 04, 2015 - USD $ 42.20 Fees covered
"Go Jenn!!!! Go get 'em. " - Jonna

Statistics

Fundraising target

R 15 000.00

Donations to date

R 18 293.50

Funds raised offline

R 2 940.00

The South African Depression and Anxiety Group

The South African Depression and Anxiety Group is a Mental Health NGO offering free telephonic counselling for Mental Health isuues. SADAG is also invoved in other projects including teen suicide prevention and mental health education and awareness.