What We Do
We provide free workshops in schools and clubs that allow young people to talk about their challenges without judgement and providing strategies to build emotional muscle with peer support.
Why We Do It
Suicide is the leading cause of death for Australians aged 15-44. 75% of all mental illness will develop before the age of 25. Support and education is vital and we believe early intervention is the best chance for positive change.
Positive Change
We aim to change stereotypes, reach out, talk deeply, and save lives. We want to show young people they are not alone and foster an inclusive, supportive, and honest environment.
Our Vision
Every young person in Western Australia will have the chance to participate in a Kai Fella workshop delivered through our partner Tomorrow People.
How To Help
We are 100% run by volunteers. Your donation will go straight to the front line. Each participant costs $25 and each workshop costs $500. Help our youth live more fully today and donate.
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Your donation supports a free workshop for Western Australian youth.
Building support, disrupting stereotypes, courage to talk deeply, get good help, and live fully
Suicide is the leading cause of death for Australians aged 15-44. 75% of all mental illness develops before the age of 25. What if there was a way we could avoid all that suffering and the associated tragic choices made. Having lost Kai, we'll always wonder what we could have done differently. The only conclusion is that there was little else we could have done when Kai reached crisis point. We wish there had been some early intervention available before he reached that point of no return.
At Kai Fella we support a peer based program. The program starts to build the skills so that our youth can navigate mental illness and crises that they or loved ones will inevitably endure in life. It’s a vital piece of education that is not available in our schools today.
Your donation will go directly to support the delivery of the program.
Workshops supported so far
325
Young men participated
8380
Let's build emotional support networks and live fully
With your donation Kai-Fella can deliver free immersive workshops in schools where our youth can talk about their challenges without judgement. The workshops provide strategies to build emotional and peer support networks and talk on a deeper level.
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Make a Donation & Save Lives
Your donations make these life-changing workshops possible & could save young men’s lives.
Please be advised that donations over $2 are tax deductible.
Don't let yesterday take up too much of today - Will Rogers
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We love to see local businesses partnering with foundations like Kai Fella!
A massive thank you to Nicola Fleet at Mint Real Estate for her ongoing support of our cause. With a notable $1500 donated over the last few months, we are so grateful for the contribution and are thrilled to see Nicola giving back to her community through her work.
@nicolafleet_ @minteastfremantle
What a stellar effort by the East Fremantle year 8 boys’ blue team who managed to ...
Nov 29
What a stellar effort by the East Fremantle year 8 boys’ blue team who managed to collectively raise a whopping $13,700 earlier this year in the Rottnest Island Fun Run 🙌!
A special thanks goes to the boys, who not only fundraised on their own, but who also set up a stall to raise funds at the Palmyra Farmers market.
“We are in a position to impact and influence the lives of young men. Rather than just turn up to training twice a week & a game every weekend I wanted to find a way of impacting these boys’ lives & get them to do something for their local community.” - Coach Mark Austin, (@austo011).
Mackie Cup ❤️💛🧡💙💚 where ever your heart is - there you will find your treasure - thank you - from the bottom of mine xx
This is why we are committed to disrupting outdated traditional gender stereotypes and ...
Nov 26
This is why we are committed to disrupting outdated traditional gender stereotypes and helping young people define and own their unique story: empowering them to confidently navigate a world of expectations, demands and emotional complexity, creating a healthier life for themselves and the people they love.
Source: Lifeline
Let's Build Emotional Support Networks And Live Fully.
With your donation Kai-Fella can deliver free immersive workshops in schools where our youth can talk about their challenges without judgement. The workshops provide strategies to build emotional muscle, and peer support networks and talk on a deeper level.
Visit our website for more information. Link in bio.
Thank you for your awesomeness !!❤️💙💛💚🧡
You are never too small to make a difference.
Do you want to support the Kai Fella Foundation and are not sure how? Here's a short list fundraising ideas:
💰 Host a sporting event - if you're part of a sports team this is a great way to get the team together you could ask friends and family to make their donation in the form of an entry fee as a way to raise money.
💰Take part in a walking/running/cycling event - Make sure to have sponsors make their donations directly to your fundraising page.
💰 An Aussie favourite, host a bbq 🍗 - Ask guests to make a suggested donation in lieu of paying to attend the event or charge for the snags!
For a full list of ideas follow this link: https://www.gofundme.com/c/fundraising-ideas/events
The guys over at @vaultfitnessmc have undertaken their biggest ever #charityspinroadshow. ...
Nov 21
The guys over at @vaultfitnessmc have undertaken their biggest ever #charityspinroadshow. The event ran over 6 days, in 6 buildings and covered 100s of k's on their spin bikes along St Georges Terrace during October and supported 4 charities in the process.
Thank you for your continued support, without companies like @vaultfitnessmc we wouldn't be here today.
If you'd like to support us find out how by visiting our website. Link in bio
1 in 5 Australians experience a mental or behavioural condition throughout their lifetime....
Nov 18
1 in 5 Australians experience a mental or behavioural condition throughout their lifetime. Which means that if you are currently, or have previously suffered from mental illness you are by no means alone. This is why it is so important to talk to our communities and encourage young people to start talking about how they are feeling.
Help spread awareness by sharing this post and visiting our website ✨
Source: Healthdirect Australia
A big shout out to everyone involved in the @themackiecup, this amazing event raised over ...
Nov 16
A big shout out to everyone involved in the @themackiecup, this amazing event raised over $56,000 🥳!!
This will touch so many young peoples lives in WA by providing workshops that will equip them with tools to be able to navigate mental illness and crises they may encounter in the future.
We don't know about you but we can't wait for next years battle between the Redwings and the Camos!
Images and generous support from @epigroupaustralia
~ New Summer Merch ~
• Kai Fella tees now in Charcoal Grey
• Kids, Youth and Adults sizes available
• Head to Silas St Physio or send us a Message to get yours now 🌈☀️@kaifellafoundation
🚨 Legend alert!
@seanksdoyle is running 331.8km throughout the month of November, this number represents the 3,318 Australians who lost their lives to suicide in 2019. Last year he ran 300km in 30 days raising a whopping $8856 for the Kai Fella Foundation 🙌
Sean is a dedicated teacher and he has seen first-hand how important Mental Health workshops can be for his students.
Visit his Instagram page to show your support and if you can, a donation will go a long way in helping him reach his goal of $5000!
Go Sean Go! Keep your eyes on our stories to follow his journey 🏃♂️
Stay close to people who feel like sunshine ☀️
