Virginia Byass

Total Raised

$445

Total Distance

0km

Distance Goal

6km

Support My Walk for Mental Health Research

Did you know that 1 in 5 Australians experience a mental illness each year?

This October, I’m taking part in One Foot Forward to help Australians impacted by mental illness and suicide.

I'm walking to raise funds for Black Dog Institute to put ground-breaking new mental health treatment, education, and digital services into the hands of the people who need them most.

It would mean so much to me if you donated to support my walk.

Together, we can create better mental health for all Australians.

My Updates

Laps around the hospital ward

Hey everybody.. I have been keeping up with my goal, but I am having difficulty updating my activity.. it’s the highlight of my day and priority, I am extremely slow but it’s an honor and I am improving inch by inch! 

Promise to try

May 16, 2026 I had a significant Hemorrhagic stroke.  It was by the grace of God I survived and it was not a sure bet I would walk again.. this is a huge challenge for me I know 6 k for the month doesn’t sound like much, but a few meters is a big deal!! No joke! I am walking with a hiking pole, stick not on my own so if that gives you an idea.. I registered while in rehabilitation.. and may still be in rehabilitation during the month of October. But will do my best! xxx thank you!

My Achievements

Thank you to my Sponsors

$112.09

Colleen Dyson

$106.75

Chris And Christy Russi

You got this Gigi!👍🏼💪🏻❤️ We love you.! Russi’s.

$106.75

Rorry

Very best of luck Gigi!!

$45.30

Anonymous

$39.93

Anonymous

You got this girl!

$34.40

Anonymous

You got it, proud of you 💪🏽

Thank you to my supporters

$45.30

Anonymous

$39.93

Anonymous

You got this girl!

$34.40

Anonymous

You got it, proud of you 💪🏽