About Our Challenge
In February, our Team is taking part in The Push-Up Challenge. We are challenging ourselves to complete 2,000 push-ups between 5-27 February, 2026 to push for better mental health outcomes in Aotearoa New Zealand.You can help us push for better mental health in Aotearoa by joining us or donating to our Team.
Funds raised enable The Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand to build a future where mental health is treasured, protected and prioritised.
Supporting Mental Health Foundation
Funds raised will invested by the Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand [The MHF] in three core areas of mahi:
- Promoting everyday actions that lift mental wellbeing
- Providing tools that support people through tough times
- Advocating for a better mental health system and society
With your tautoko/support, we can build a fairer, more connected Aotearoa where everyone’s mental health is valued and protected.
Whāia te hauora hinengaro kia puāwai ai te hauora tangata - there is no health without mental health.
This team is currently ranked 210 out of all teams that are fundraising
| Rank | Name | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 207 | Team Whakatiki | $800.00 |
| 208 | Last-Minute Entry | $795.00 |
| 209 | Karori Camping Families and Friends | $795.00 |
| 210 | Kea social team | $787.00 |
| 211 | QRC Mental Health Push up Challenge | $787.00 |
| 212 | Show Up Push Up Lift Up | $785.00 |
| 213 | Everywhere for Everyone | $780.00 |
Team Push-Up Total
Thanks to Our Sponsors
$200
Annabel Sheppard
$200
Hogg Family
Great effort everyone!
$120
Matt Sheppard
$100
Richard Smith
I’ve waited until now to check you actually did it. But no way of telling. So, I trust you, and it’s a good cause! Well done to you and Alison for taking this on.
$75
Les
Go Matt!
$65
Roger Bowron
You'll never do it :)
$35
John O'Connell
Knock them out in the first few days and then you can relax.
Part of Leaderboard Healthcare
I thought your challenge started yesterday--but can't see any push ups logged yet--better get into action