Anna Scanlan

Thanks for stopping by my fundraising page — consider this a virtual towel and a big smile!

This St Brigid’s Day, I’ll be diving into icy waters for more than one reason. I’m taking part in the Cold Swim for Women to raise vital funds for Women’s Aid — and I’m also doing this cold plunge for my own wellbeing, especially for the boost it gives my mental health. As someone who came to Ireland from Poland, I’ve learned that sometimes the bravest things we do are the ones that make us gasp, laugh and grow all at once… like dipping into freezing water for a great cause.

Across Ireland, one in three women live with suffocating abuse from someone they once trusted. Every five minutes, someone reaches out to Women’s Aid looking for safety, clarity, or simply human kindness. Their work is a lifeline in the truest sense.

Your support, big or small, genuinely matters. Whether it’s a gentle drop or a tidal splash, every donation helps Women’s Aid protect women and children and give them the chance of a safer, brighter future. You can donate securely by clicking the Donate button. Sharing my page using the options above also helps more than you might think.

Thank you so much for any support you can give. You’re helping bring hope, healing and the possibility of a new beginning to those who need it most.

Now send me a bit of courage… the water awaits. ❄️💙