This year, KYDS Youth Counselling is turning 20, and what better way to celebrate than by spreading kindness?
We’re inviting our amazing community to complete 20 acts of kindness in 20 days, each supporting youth mental health, connection and generosity.
As KYDS Youth Counselling marks its 20th anniversary in 2025, we take a moment to reflect on our journey – a story of vision, resilience and community spirit. What began as a grassroots initiative has grown into a vital support network for young people and their families, ensuring accessible, long-term mental health care for those who need it most.
We’re excited to share our latest Impact Report, which details the incredible outcomes KYDS has achieved for local young people over the course of 2023. Thanks to our supporters and our amazing team for making this possible.
In an impressive display of community spirit and philanthropy, Pymble Ladies’ College junior students participated in the 2024 Lindfield Fun Run, forming a team of 149 runners. They raised $3,596 for local charities, winning the KYDS Schools Challenge with the most registrations and highest fundraising. The Lindfield Fun Run, organized by Ku-ring-gai Rotary Club, supports KYDS Youth Counselling, which provides free, confidential mental health services. Dr. Anthony Rigney, CEO of KYDS, expressed deep gratitude for the school’s support.
Learn more about the ‘forgotten middle’, the gap in mental health care that is being serviced by KYDS, and why there needs to be more support for organisations like ours.
KYDS is proud to announce the receipt of a $25,000 grant from Lindfield & Districts Community Bank in recognition of the critical role we play in the mental health of young people in our community.
If your child is struggling to attend school, you’re not alone. Join experts from KYDS, EPIC and Youth Up Front to gain a greater understanding and explore support options to help 10- to 16-year-olds navigate school attendance challenges.
Join us at Norths Cammeray as we celebrate 20 years of empowering young people with free mental health support. This special evening will be filled with entertainment, inspiring speakers and meaningful ways to support KYDS’ vital work.
This fantastic community event, organised by Ku-ring-gai Rotary Club, has been running for 30 years! 50% of the funds raised through the event are donated to KYDS. There’s something for everyone, with 2km, 5km and 10km distances, prizes for winners in each age category and even a schools challenge!
