Matt Kirk

Brisbane to Gold Coast 2024

I’m doing the 100km Brisbane to Gold Coast Ride for Benji! #MakeBenjiProud #DoItForBenji #RidingforBenji

On the 24th August 2024, my whole world changed when our beautiful son Benji was born. He was perfect. 

However a couple of hours after he was born, he started to turn blue. Doctors found out that this was due to a lack of oxygen in his blood. Benji had to remain at the Mater NCCU (Neonatal Critical Care Unit) on a number of different machines to help him breathe.

We thought he was getting better because he was growing and putting on weight but his lungs weren't getting better. He was getting more sick every day. 

Devastatingly, Benji passed away on the 23rd September 2024, just a day before he turned one month old. 

I promised him that I would dedicate this ride to him. He will definitely be watching over me that day.

I hope I can make you proud Benji. I love you forever my son. 

Yours forever, 

Dad

Will you support my fundraising?

Money raised will go to the Mater Foundation who support the NCCU where Benji was for 30 days, as well as Cancer research. 

  • Thanks to your support, Matt Kirk has raised enough for 43.5 hours of research lab time.

Thank you to my amazing Sponsors

$20

Rachel Hall

$45.37

Megan Benham

$110.78

Gavin Pallisier

$52.75

Katherine Campbell

$211

Olinda Grazing Company

So proud of you Matthew! Love Mum & Dad

$50

Regine

$21.10

Alison Prior

For your little warrior, Benji x

$136

Bruno & Marici

Benji couldn't have chosen better parents. Showing strength on the adversity. He no doubt is proud of you.

$68.58

Cath Young

For Benji

$110.78

Luke

$52.75

Peter Allen

$10

Matt Kirk

$105.50

Kate Kirk

So proud of you Matty!

$21.10

Anonymous

$52.75

Christian Davies

$52.75

Kelly-jane Wallis

For Benji the Warrior

$105

Heather And Clem Barnett

Love from Nan and Pop

$52.75

Jeffrey Baczynski

$52.75

Marcela

Hi Matt, I have no doubt Benji is already very proud of you! Beautiful cause to support. All the best with the ride! Marcela

$26.38

Steven Sherrington

Good luck Matt - my thoughts to you and your family.

$100

J T And Vonnie

Gorgeous photo - why are words so difficult? Aso incredibly proud an in awe that you are still doing this. sending all our hugs and support!!

$21.10

Beccy Dunn

$110.78

Sam Lyons

$21.10

Anonymous

$1.02k

Slr Consulting

In support for Benji the warrior. Best wishes Matt from all of us at the CBD office

$110.78

Claire Wright

You are an inspiration. Thinking of you guys 💙

$52.75

Jess Cooney

$52.75

Ben B

$68.58

Jess

Riding for Benji xx

$52.75

Mina Rescar

For Benjie

$10.55

Jess Roberts

$105.50

Tegan Smith

With love

$110.78

Al Delooze

Hey Matt Can’t imagine what you’ve been through over the past few weeks so supporting your efforts in a small way is a no brainer for me. Wishing you all the best for your family and hope you smash the ride!

$100

Fiona Stark

$26.38

Hailey Martin

$263.75

Clayton Hill

For Benji, Matt and Tamara

$110.78

Stewart Butler

Best wishes from Stewart and Julianne.

$105.50

Mathew Parham

$45.37

Jack Wallace

$45.37

Natasha Birch

For Benji

$40

Matt Kirk

$158.25

Tim Barnett

$105.50

Geoff Long

$250

You've Received A Match!

Thanks to Entain Australia and New Zealand!

$10.55

Emma Manuel

$110.78

You've Received A Match!

Thanks to Entain Australia and New Zealand!

$200

Lee & Les

$52.75

Daniel Crowe

$105.50

Mark F

$110.78

Terri Smith

To Benji the warrior

$21.10

Anonymous

Thinking of you both at such a sad time. I'm sure Benji is looking down on you with pride.

$50

Anonymous

$52.75

Jacinta & Aaron Ryan

We know how hard it is to lose a child. Always here is you need someone to chat to. So sorry for your loss.

$68.58

You've Received A Match!

Thanks to Entain Australia and New Zealand!

$68.58

Robin Cox

Wishing you all the best Matt.

$52.75

Leonie Kerley

With love for your little warrior Benji 💙

$110.78

Rex & Sharon Kirk

We know you’ll smash it for Benji , Matthew! Very pleased to support a good cause.