Swimming Towards Open Water for MND

By Rylee Wolk

I'm raising money to support MND Australia

Hi, I’m Rylee and for the next 6 weeks, I’ll be combining my love of exercise and the ocean, with the drive to take on something that both scares and excites me.

I’ve never done open water swimming before, only ever swimming in the sea for fun. Now, I’m working toward swimming 1.2 km in the pool, before stepping into my first open water swim with @clovelly_crustoceans on Friday 6 March, 2026.

This fundraiser is in memory of my Dad, who passed away from Motor Neurone Disease at 38. MND is a cause very close to my heart, having impacted many people I know and this is one of many fundraisers I hope to take part in moving forward.

I’m fundraising to support the 2,688 Australians currently living with MND. Every donation to MND Australia helps fund vital research into treatments, as well as essential support, care, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by motor neurone disease.

Thank you so much for supporting this journey and helping me honour the memories of those who have passed away from MND.

My Achievements

Fundraising page

Updated Profile Pic

Added a Blog Post

Received 5 Donations

Reached Goal

Increased Target

Thank you to my Sponsors

$106.12

Sm Electrical Group

Go Ry!

$60

Breeyo

Go smash it Ryleeeeeee

$32.43

Rylee

$25

Isa & Duncs

You superstar!!! You’re going to smash it! Just remember Dory from finding nemo saying “just keep swimming, just keep swimming!” We love you, from your faves, Isa & Duncs xxxxxxx