Hi, I’m Brad and I’m raising funds for the Youngcare Simpson Desert Challenge, taking place in May 2015. My aim to to make a positive difference to thousands of young Australians in desperate need.

I’m going to spend ten long days walking 300km across the Simpson Desert to improve conditions for young people living in aged care. Their lives are often stricken by isolation and limited opportunities. I want to change that.

The Youngcare Simpson Desert Challenge 2015 will be the third Challenge, with the previous challenges in 2011 and 2013 raising over $1.6 million for young people with high care needs.

I will be taking on four months of intensive training to prepare me to trek approximately 300km through the geographical centre of the Simpson Desert to gain a greater understanding of the isolation and hardships faced by young Australians who have no choice but to live in aged care.

I have set a fundraising target of $35,000 which will assist Youngcare in:
• Building more relevant and age-appropriate housing – in Sydney and Brisbane
• Provide information and support via the Youngcare Connect service
• Provide Grants to keep young people, who are at a high risk of entering aged care, at home in the care of their loved ones.
• Undertake world first research to better understand the needs and wants of young Aussies with 24/7 care needs.

You can help me work towards my goal by sponsoring me. Your donation big or small will help make a profound impact on the lives of young Australians in desperate need.