Jem's Cook Strait Attempt

$958 donated
Given by 16 generous donors in 8 weeks

Jem's Cook Strait Attempt

Dunedin, Otago

Hi, I’m Jem - a swimmer from Dunedin, New Zealand currently training toward a Cook Strait attempt next summer.

Attempting the Cook Strait crossing comes with significant costs - The crossing itself is going to cost me $10,000! Any support will go directly toward making this crossing happen.

Whether you donate, follow me on Instagram, or simply share the page, I appreciate the support. Thank you so much for following along!

Use of funds

All funds raised will go towards paying for Phil Rush's help to cross the Cook Strait (This is what will be $10,000!): More info can be found here: https://cookstraitswim.co.nz/our-services/

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Latest donations

Lisa
Lisa 6 hours ago
Such an engaging radio interview. You got this.
$20
Matthew
Matthew 9 hours ago
Don't spend it all in one place
$1.65
Jemimah Mcilroy

Don’t worry Wuzzy, all $1.67 will go toward this good cause

Jemimah Mcilroy
Mangai fam
Mangai fam 1 day ago
Be like Jem! Don't sit on the couch and eat chips! 🧨
$40
Jemimah Mcilroy

😂

Jemimah Mcilroy
Glenis
Glenis 1 day ago
Great aim! Good to see
$20
Jemimah Mcilroy

Thank you!!

Jemimah Mcilroy
Glenn and Pauline
Glenn and Pauline on 30 Jun 2026
$200
Jemimah Mcilroy

Whoa thanks so much!!

Jemimah Mcilroy

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This campaign started on 12 May 2026 and ends on 11 Nov 2026.