20 years - 20km

By Estie Boteler Join Me

I'm fundraising for a great cause!

On 27 Feb, exactly 20 years ago I received a call that changed my life forever. I was told that my dad passed away. He had taken his own life, as life got too much for him.

 

At the time I never knew what he went through, and I never got a chance to say goodbye.

 

I struggled to process the news for months after his death and I struggled mentally. To cope with my emotions, I started running which is pretty big as I've never been a runner before but it helped me.

 

Over the last 2 months, I have started running again but this time I would like to use my running to do something good. 

On 27 Feb 2022, my sister (who will be running in South Africa) and I (running here in Australia) will each be running 20km to not only remember our dad but also raise money for suicide awareness.  We would love for you to support us by either join us for a run on the day, add a supportive message on this page or donate to our fundraiser. 


Suicide prevention is a cause that means a lot to me.


We have started this page both as a tribute to our dad and as a beacon of hope in the fight against suicide.


R U OK?’s vision is of a world where we are all connected and protected from suicide.

Their mission is to inspire everyone to meaningfully connect with the people around them and support anyone struggling with life.

By inspiring people to take the time to ask, “Are you OK?” and listen, we can help people who are struggling with life to feel connected long before they even think about suicide.

 

We will all go through, are going though, or been through dark times in our lives and I want you to know that there is help out there for everyone. Not only that, we all have to look after each other. Our mothers, Fathers, Sisters, Brother, colleges and Friends.


Thank you so much for your support, together we will make a difference.

My Achievements

Thank you to my Sponsors

$304.85

Scalabl

We are all with you Estie! Love Scalabl xx

$300

Anthony Boteler

Amaya is in awe of your determination and persistence in training. Andrew is in wonder over the number of steps you have taken and will take tomorrow. I am proud of you be vulnerable yet so strong, while being a amazing role model to our children.

$200

Estie Boteler

$104.40

Kelly

Ohhh Estie what a beautiful, heartbreaking and inspirational story. Sending you all the love and best of luck and happy to take on the role of chief cheerleader xx

$104.40

Richard Mcallister

Thank you for sharing and sending you lots of love and light xx

$100

Tim Langsford

Great work, Estie!

$100

Donna Edwards

Love your work Estie xxx

$83.52

Nikki Moulton

You are an inspiration and an brilliant human being.xx

$78.30

Jeanne Armstrong

It takes bravery to transform such personal heartbreak towards helping others. You are an inspiration Estie. I'll be cheering you all the way.

$52.20

Amanda Davies

What an impactful story Estie. You and your sister are so inspirational and this is such a worthy cause.

$52.20

Wai Ling Ko

Dear Estie, look at you and how far you & your sister have come 💜 Your family must be super proud. Thank you for sharing and doing your part in de-stigmatizing suicide and mental health. Go and smash those 20k!

$52.20

Simon Zaba

Smash the run Estie! Super Woman!

$52.20

Paul Thompson

Thanks for sharing such a personal story, Estie. You are such a beacon of strength and I know you'll smash the 20kms! You have our support!

$52.20

Ashley Della-vedova

Your story was heartbreaking but thank you for sharing and what a wonderful way to honour this cause. I would have loved to join you on the run but I’ll be there in spirit :) xx

$52.20

Sarah Mcallister

Thank you for sharing Estie. Cheering you all the way xx

$52.20

Tom Gulliver

Thanks for sharing your story Estie and turning it into an opportunity to help others. Have a great time on the run!

$52.20

Tammy

Have a great run Estie.

$50

Yolande Faver

Ons is klomp wat dit volgende week gaan doen. Sal seker 100km doen !! Team effort

$26.10

Julian Amorim

$26.10

Shushma Rani

What a good cause Estie... We are Applauding for you

$26.10

Nerine Erasmus

$25

Jae Wheaton

$25

Megan Wilson

Go Estie- you’re going to smash it!!

$20.88

Claire Morris

Best of luck with the run this weekend Estie. Good on you for putting yourself out there.

$20.88

Prasantha Suraweera

Hi Estie, So sad to hear about the story. Pls accept my small donation for a great cause. Prasantha