Scott Mowat

2025 March On Challenge

Support my challenge to prevent veteran suicide and save lives

Right now in Australia, at 42%, suicide is the leading cause of death for ex-serving males aged under 30 years old.

So, this March, I am walking to support Soldier On's mental health services and programs to help prevent veteran suicide and save lives.

It would mean so much to me if you donated to support my challenge so that we can show veterans and their families that they are not alone... we stand strong with them.

Together, let's help our heroes march on.

Thanks so much for your support.

So far, I have helped provide:

364

peer support
sessions

218

employment
support

19

psychology
sessions

...to support the mental health of our brave veterans to help them march on.

My Kokoda Track Journey

So far, I have marched:

36km

27kms until I reach Templeton’s Crossing

My goal to Kokoda:

36km

My Achievements

Thank you to my sponsors

Legend Rank

Champion Rank

Defender Rank

Ally Rank

$515

Eric Gunton

Mental Health is a silent epidemic that plagues our veterans - the alarming rate of suicide among those who have selflessly served our nation. It is a harsh reality that veterans are more at risk of suicide than other members of the community shows just how much support is needed. Over the years, there has been a shift in societal attitudes towards veterans and their families, with a growing recognition of the struggles and sacrifices they have endured. Influential leaders such as Scotty are now stepping up to shine a light on the mental health challenges faced by soldiers, including PTSD, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse resulting from their service experiences, whether war like or not. Despite the progress, many soldiers still hesitate to seek help for their mental health issues, shaped by stigma, fear of repercussions, and misconceptions about weakness. These create barriers to accessing care for individuals or their families, and many will struggle with a smile on their face. Fortunately, there are leaders like Scott who are creating a new approach, developing a supportive environment where seeking mental health assistance is seen as a sign of strength rather than weakness. By breaking away from outdated leadership styles and embracing updated strategies, these leaders are empowering soldiers to thrive both on operations and in their transition back to civilian life. By spreading awareness, offering assistance, and being advocates for positive change, we can make a difference in the lives of those who have served our country, and possibly those members can positively contribute back towards their communities. Beyond the individual level, the military community itself can serve as a powerful force for good. Veterans with shared experiences can provide invaluable mentorship and support to address mental health challenges, creating a network of strength and camaraderie within our communities.

$250.32

Graeme Sheard

$250.32

Robin Schmeider

This donation has been made with the unknown acceptance of the following condition. That conditions is as follows, while Scott partakes in 2.4km he is to listen to the Spice Girls on repeat. Enjoy mate.

$250.32

Matched Donation

$236.76

Ed Coates

Par Oneri - Equal To The Task

$236.76

Jo Rider

Good on you for doing this and sharing your experiences.

$164.58

Peimon Missaghi

Good on you sir for fighting for a very serious social issue in our society.

$158.25

James Hogan

Hey mate, Hope you smash your goal. Par Oneri

$106.12

Tess Dangla Cruz

Go for it!

$106.12

Valerie Kyrie

Sir, you are amazing

$106.12

Garry Jeffree

$106.12

Tony Sheard

Beat of luck Scott. Great cause

$106.12

Alice And Jordan S

Thank you for what you’re doing, going towards a good cause.

$106.12

Scott Mowat

$106.12

Murray Frean

Awesome effort CSM

$106.12

Brenton Gouge

You better do 25 mate. Don’t stop bang on 24. Good luck.🤞

$106.12

Graeme Sheard

$104.92

Jim Patterson

All the best Scottie. Such a great cause. 🤝

$100

Navroop Singh

Hope you achieve your goals Sir,

$79.30

Kate Williams

Hi Scott terrific cause. I was so upset to hear about your colleagues and friends who had taken their lives

$79.30

Dylan Sheard

$74

Karl Ryan

$54.12

Michael Sheard

Great cause.

$54.12

Colleen & Alonso 🐕‍🦺

$54.12

Joshie, Melly And Harps

From the Houston's

$54.12

Matched Donation

$54.12

Jim Harvey

$52.92

Katarzyna Markowska

$50

Marcus Molyneux

$50

Mark Dignum

$50

Michael

Good Luck

$50

Deak Stromer

Great work brother. Here to support like you always have been for me.

$40.37

Ryan John Thompson

$40.37

Anonymous

$40.37

Anonymous

$40.37

Tanya Hadfield

Great work!!

$40.37

Jacob Agostini

Congratulations on reaching your donation goal.

$40.37

Craig Copes

$37

Cameron Parker

Great Cause Scotty! Good luck on the challenge

$27.81

Todd De Bont

Get em big boy

$22.58

Kelly Mowat

$22.58

Anonymous

$20

Barbara De Ridder

$10

Anonymous

$10

Melissa Turner

$515

Eric Gunton

Mental Health is a silent epidemic that plagues our veterans - the alarming rate of suicide among those who have selflessly served our nation. It is a harsh reality that veterans are more at risk of suicide than other members of the community shows just how much support is needed. Over the years, there has been a shift in societal attitudes towards veterans and their families, with a growing recognition of the struggles and sacrifices they have endured. Influential leaders such as Scotty are now stepping up to shine a light on the mental health challenges faced by soldiers, including PTSD, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse resulting from their service experiences, whether war like or not. Despite the progress, many soldiers still hesitate to seek help for their mental health issues, shaped by stigma, fear of repercussions, and misconceptions about weakness. These create barriers to accessing care for individuals or their families, and many will struggle with a smile on their face. Fortunately, there are leaders like Scott who are creating a new approach, developing a supportive environment where seeking mental health assistance is seen as a sign of strength rather than weakness. By breaking away from outdated leadership styles and embracing updated strategies, these leaders are empowering soldiers to thrive both on operations and in their transition back to civilian life. By spreading awareness, offering assistance, and being advocates for positive change, we can make a difference in the lives of those who have served our country, and possibly those members can positively contribute back towards their communities. Beyond the individual level, the military community itself can serve as a powerful force for good. Veterans with shared experiences can provide invaluable mentorship and support to address mental health challenges, creating a network of strength and camaraderie within our communities.

$250.32

Graeme Sheard

$250.32

Robin Schmeider

This donation has been made with the unknown acceptance of the following condition. That conditions is as follows, while Scott partakes in 2.4km he is to listen to the Spice Girls on repeat. Enjoy mate.

$250.32

Matched Donation

$236.76

Ed Coates

Par Oneri - Equal To The Task

$236.76

Jo Rider

Good on you for doing this and sharing your experiences.

$164.58

Peimon Missaghi

Good on you sir for fighting for a very serious social issue in our society.

$158.25

James Hogan

Hey mate, Hope you smash your goal. Par Oneri

$106.12

Tess Dangla Cruz

Go for it!

$106.12

Valerie Kyrie

Sir, you are amazing

$106.12

Garry Jeffree

$106.12

Tony Sheard

Beat of luck Scott. Great cause

$106.12

Alice And Jordan S

Thank you for what you’re doing, going towards a good cause.

$106.12

Scott Mowat

$106.12

Murray Frean

Awesome effort CSM

$106.12

Brenton Gouge

You better do 25 mate. Don’t stop bang on 24. Good luck.🤞

$106.12

Graeme Sheard

$104.92

Jim Patterson

All the best Scottie. Such a great cause. 🤝

$100

Navroop Singh

Hope you achieve your goals Sir,

$79.30

Kate Williams

Hi Scott terrific cause. I was so upset to hear about your colleagues and friends who had taken their lives

$79.30

Dylan Sheard

$74

Karl Ryan

$54.12

Michael Sheard

Great cause.

$54.12

Colleen & Alonso 🐕‍🦺

$54.12

Joshie, Melly And Harps

From the Houston's

$54.12

Matched Donation

$54.12

Jim Harvey

$52.92

Katarzyna Markowska

$50

Marcus Molyneux

$50

Mark Dignum

$50

Michael

Good Luck

$50

Deak Stromer

Great work brother. Here to support like you always have been for me.

$40.37

Ryan John Thompson

$40.37

Anonymous

$40.37

Anonymous

$40.37

Tanya Hadfield

Great work!!

$40.37

Jacob Agostini

Congratulations on reaching your donation goal.

$40.37

Craig Copes

$37

Cameron Parker

Great Cause Scotty! Good luck on the challenge

$27.81

Todd De Bont

Get em big boy

$22.58

Kelly Mowat

$22.58

Anonymous

$20

Barbara De Ridder

$10

Anonymous

$10

Melissa Turner

Thank you to my Sponsors

$250.32

Matched Donation

$236.76

Ed Coates

Par Oneri - Equal To The Task

$236.76

Jo Rider

Good on you for doing this and sharing your experiences.

$164.58

Peimon Missaghi

Good on you sir for fighting for a very serious social issue in our society.

$158.25

James Hogan

Hey mate, Hope you smash your goal. Par Oneri

$106.12

Tess Dangla Cruz

Go for it!

$106.12

Valerie Kyrie

Sir, you are amazing

$106.12

Garry Jeffree

$106.12

Tony Sheard

Beat of luck Scott. Great cause

$106.12

Alice And Jordan S

Thank you for what you’re doing, going towards a good cause.

$106.12

Scott Mowat

$106.12

Murray Frean

Awesome effort CSM

$106.12

Brenton Gouge

You better do 25 mate. Don’t stop bang on 24. Good luck.🤞

$106.12

Graeme Sheard

$104.92

Jim Patterson

All the best Scottie. Such a great cause. 🤝

$100

Navroop Singh

Hope you achieve your goals Sir,

$79.30

Kate Williams

Hi Scott terrific cause. I was so upset to hear about your colleagues and friends who had taken their lives

$79.30

Dylan Sheard

$74

Karl Ryan

$54.12

Michael Sheard

Great cause.

$54.12

Colleen & Alonso 🐕‍🦺

$54.12

Joshie, Melly And Harps

From the Houston's

$54.12

Matched Donation

$54.12

Jim Harvey

$52.92

Katarzyna Markowska

$50

Marcus Molyneux

$50

Mark Dignum

$50

Michael

Good Luck

$50

Deak Stromer

Great work brother. Here to support like you always have been for me.

$40.37

Ryan John Thompson

$40.37

Anonymous

$40.37

Anonymous

$40.37

Tanya Hadfield

Great work!!

$40.37

Jacob Agostini

Congratulations on reaching your donation goal.

$40.37

Craig Copes

$37

Cameron Parker

Great Cause Scotty! Good luck on the challenge

$27.81

Todd De Bont

Get em big boy

$22.58

Kelly Mowat

$22.58

Anonymous

$20

Barbara De Ridder

$10

Anonymous

$10

Melissa Turner