Wed. Aug 20th, 2025

“Play for Lacey” Day inspires community support for youth mental health

Bello FC hosted a special round dedicated to the memory of Lacey Pitkin

COFFS HARBOUR, NSW – In a moving tribute to Lacey Pitkin, the “Bello FC Mental Health Round” brought the community together, generating over $5,800 to benefit Dolly’s Dream.

What an Amazing Day – Thank You! 

The “Bello FC Mental Health Round – Play for Lacey” has been a heartfelt, inspiring and powerful day of community, remembrance and support.

Together, we’ve raised over $5,800 (and counting!) for Dolly’s Dream, honouring Lacey Pitkin’s memory and supporting youth mental health.

From the green ribbons and pink jerseys, to every cupcake, sausage sanga, cheer and goal – your support made the day a true success.

A massive thank you to:

• Everyone who came down to Coffs Coast Synthetics

• All those who donated, big or small

• The amazing team of volunteers who made the day happen

• All our incredible volunteer bakers and Cakes by nay who donated dozens of delicious cupcakes

• All the teams who played with heart, with a special mention of Lacey’s former teammates in the U16s girls

•Headspace Coffs Harbour for sharing vital mental health resources

• And most of all, the Pitkin family, for allowing us to honour Lacey’s legacy 

Let’s keep the momentum going — donations are still open if you’d like to contribute:

https://www.dollysdream.org.au/fundraisers/laceypitkinfootball

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