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Cash in for a cause: Contribute to breaking mental health stigma at Beyond Blue’s Big Blue Table

Soda Communications 2 mins read

While Mental Health Month is coming to an end, the need to raise funds for Beyond Blue’s support services is ongoing. That’s why Beyond Blue is making a final call to donate to a Big Blue Table event.

 

The fundraising events have been taking place throughout October, working to fight the stigma surrounding mental health – one meal at a time. Everyone is encouraged to share a meal and start a conversation about mental health to support those impacted by anxiety, depression and suicide.

 

Beyond Blue CEO Georgie Harman said sharing a meal can be a way of connecting with people.

 

“One of the most challenging things about facing mental health issues can be the sense of isolation and shame that many people feel, which can prevent them from reaching out for support,” Ms Harman said.

 

“We need to break down the stigma surrounding mental health and share our experiences, so people know they aren’t alone, and that anxiety and depression are not signs of weakness or something to be ashamed of.

 

“A Big Blue Table is an opportunity to get together and foster a sense of connection with others. When people feel less alone, they are stronger and better equipped to cope with life’s challenges.

 

“Nearly half of all people in Australia will experience a mental health condition in their life, and you never know what someone might be going through. Knowing people care can make a profound difference to someone who is having a tough time.

 

“We should never underestimate the power of community and a support network.”

 

Beyond Blue continues to welcome donations through their website, with funds raised supporting the support service. The Beyond Blue Support Service provides 24/7 counselling, advice, and referral services offered via phone, web chat, and email, which more than 750 people access daily through initiatives like Big Blue Table.

 

More than 9,000 people across Australia have hosted a Big Blue Table since the event began in 2019, raising almost $1 million for the Beyond Blue Support Service.  

 

Big Blue Table also welcomed new and current ambassadors Anthony Field, Shelley Craft, Josh Jessup and Matt Moss, Dr Matt Agnew, Julie Goodwin and Nat’s What I Reckon in 2024 to support the cause.

 

To donate to Julie Goodwin’s fundraising page, visit https://bigbluetable.com.au/juliegoodwin

 

To donate to Matt Agnew’s fundraising page, visit https://bigbluetable.com.au/mattagnew

 

To donate to Nat’s What I Reckon’s fundraising page, visit https://bigbluetable.com.au/nats-what-i-reckon

 

To find out more about the initiative, visit bigbluetable.com.au.

 

Big Blue Table is proudly supported by Premier Partner Australia Post.

 


Contact details:

Emily Stojcevski          

Soda Communications

emily@sodacommunications.com.au

0409 552 913

 

Angel Tully

Soda Communications

angel@sodacommunications.com.au

0456 542 990

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