My working background has been hospo mainly did do some aged care house keeping as well. So most jobs have had a level of physical activeness involved plus I've done some burlesque for the past 3/4 years. When I became a union organizer (for hospo workers would you believe) the physical side or work dropped. I'm 2 years in and I'm feeling and seeing the change of less activity so thought this would be a good way to get my A into G as I think there will be a physical and mental wellbeing result which would be super. Plus I have so much aroha for our rainbow whanua that this just seems like the right thing to do and good timing. I donate to mental health monthy as well which I know alot or the rainbow community can suffer with so I think this just all helps build to get a better future for all especially as I have kids and what ever there choices are in the future I want them to feel supported. So I want to lead by example and aim to be a decent role model.
This is my first year sweating
I’m sweating to challenge myself, boost my wellbeing, and support a great cause!
Why I’m Sweating with Pride
I'm taking on Sweat with Pride this June! 💦🌈
Right now, schools, workplaces, and even doctors’ offices aren’t safe for many in our community—and it’s putting lives at risk. LGBTQIA+ Kiwis face higher rates of mental illness, suicide, and STIs like syphilis, mpox, and HIV.
So, I'm fighting discrimination with perspiration—exercising 21 minutes every day in June to raise money for life-changing Rainbow support services.
This cause means the world to me, and I’d be SO grateful if you could chip in to help me reach my goal. Every dollar makes a difference.
Thank you so much for your support! ❤️
My Fundraising
Impact
$100
Provides vital resources to support Rainbow communities
$300
Free, confidential mental health support for Rainbow Kiwis
$500
Ensures more people can access life-changing health services without cost barriers
$1,000
Fund an educational workshop to create safer, more inclusive spaces
$2,500
Provides a full day of community outreach, to improve wellbeing and reduce stigma on a large scale
💖 I’m $50 away from my next impact milestone. Will you help me reach it?
Track My
Sweat
I’m sweating for 21 minutes per day this June!
My Fundraising
Ranking
I’m #254 out of 2,744 Sweaty Bettys
Heeni Smith
Raised
$50
