Right now, the cost-of-living crisis is forcing Australians to make an impossible choice: food or medication. 

At 18 years old, Evie was juggling her studies, job seeking, and her increasing mental health struggles. “Medication was expensive and having to finance and budget…some days I didn't eat,” says Evie. “And then there were even some weeks where I was without medication.” 

On the way home from TAFE one evening, Evie discovered her local ADRA project in Pakenham, Victoria. “On that one day, I got so much help,” says Evie. “I got groceries, referrals to other services to help me with my mental health, and with my disabilities as well.”

Your support of ADRA's Race Around Australia can help provide food, essential items, and connection, helping Australians to get through some of their toughest moments.